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1 Samuel 12-13 — Samuel Says Good bye as Saul Stumbles 21.02.2021 37:59 ↓

In today’s passage we are reminded of God’s continued desire for a covenatal relationship with the people he has called his own. We also start to see that Saul doesn’t quite get it.

1 Samuel 8-11 — Saul, the Reluctant King? 14.02.2021 31:59 ↓

In today’s lesson, we find out how Saul was introduced to his kingship and we see the stuttering start to his reign.   Bill’s introductory remarks are here .

1 Samuel 7:3-8 -- Be Careful What You Ask For 07.02.2021 30:52 ↓

The nation of Israel rejected the theocracy of Jehovah, as administered by the Judges, and wished for a king like their pagan (and confrontational) neighbors. The Lord consents but Samuel lays out a sobering warning as to what it will be like   Bill's introductory remarks are here.

1 Samuel 4-6 -- God in a Box? 31.01.2021 28:51 ↓

Today’s passage describes a very low point for God’s people. They‘ve reduced him to a status so that He’s not much different than the pagans — basically a lucky charm to be brought out when you need special favor. God proves otherwise.

1 Samuel 2:12-3:21 -- Comparing the Servants of the Lord 24.01.2021 31:36 ↓

In this portion of 1 Samuel we see the sons of Eli and their corrupt practices contrasted with the life of Samuel who, like Jesus, "grow both in stature and in favor with the LORD and also with man".  Bill Morris' introductory remarks are here.     The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. (2016). (1 Sa 2:26). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles. ".

1 Samuel 1:1-2-11 -- Hannah Prays For a Son 17.01.2021 33:26 ↓

Bill highlights how God has used the women of the Bible to accomplish his purposes and introduces Hannah in this brief video .   Today's passage introduces us to Samuel, his parents, and the priests of the day. We learn that God hears the prayers of his people and that it's always appropriate to take your cares to Him.   Study notes are here.

Introduction to 1 Samuel 10.01.2021 22:53 ↓

Here's a link to Bill's preferatory comments .   Because of their disobedience in following God's commands regarding the conquest of the Promised Land, the Israelites spent over three centuries of unrest with cycles of sin, rescue, repentance and sin. This time of the Judges is wrapping up as the narrative picks up in 1st Samuel.   1st and 2nd Samuel describe the transition to the monarchy under S...

Matthew 27:1-54 -- Jesus' Crucifixion and Death 15.11.2020 38:32 ↓

The video shown to the class can be found here -- timestamp 44:00-56:00.

Matthew 25 -- Bridesmaids and Servants; Sheep and Goats 25.10.2020 34:44 ↓

Sincere and biblically founded believers may differ on some of the time elements of this passage. But, there are many things we can agree on: Christ's return is imminent  Wise believers will be ready, prepared and still working for the King   study notes are here

Matthew 19:10-15 -- Jesus, Singleness, and Children 07.09.2020 35:14 ↓

This small passage has a lot to say about some topics that are very current. And, it also implies that God can give the necessary grace for living inside our circumstances.

Matthew 19:1-9: Divorce--Not the Original Plan 30.08.2020 35:08 ↓

As the ministry of Jesus moved from Galilee toward Jerusalem, the Pharisees sought to ramp up their opposition by using a thorny hot topic.

Matthew 17: (trans) Figuring, Your Taxes 19.07.2020 32:25 ↓

In this passage we have an account of the Transfiguration. Later verses cover a healing and a discourse on paying the temple tax

Matthew 16:24-28: Deny, Suffer, Follow -- The Way of Christ 12.07.2020 37:56 ↓

In the sobering discussion of what the Christian life is like we find hidden treasures of identity, significance, security and worth.   Study notes are here.