The People’s Bible: 1, 2 Samuel
Overview
Samuel’s mother, Hannah, dedicated her young son to the work of the Lord. Samuel grew up to become one of Israel’s great prophets and led God’s people through turbulent times. The two books of Samuel tell the story of this great leader who anointed the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David.
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- Historical background
- Maps, illustrations, and archaeological information
- Practical and contemporary applications
Top Highlights
“Do we always appreciate what God has done for us? He chose us in Christ. In Baptism God put his own ‘reserved’ sign on our lives. He made us members of his family.” (Page 90)
“Sometimes the strongest opposition to our faith and walk with God comes from those of our own family. And isn’t it something how the sin we sometimes struggle most with in our own lives is the sin we are so quick to accuse others of! Was Eliab still hurting that he had been passed over by Samuel?” (Page 96)
“Your worth before God rests entirely in Jesus Christ. God is most delighted when he sees in us his best gift, a heart of faith—a heart that admits its sin and seeks God’s forgiveness. Through the gracious outpouring of his Holy Spirit, we are given such hearts and are called God’s beloved.” (Page 89)
“In the face of danger, David gave all credit to God. What a way to live! This was the secret of David’s life. Are you trying to manage life all on your own? Are you attempting to fight your battles your way? As hard as you try, you can’t. Remember, ‘the battle is the Lord’s.’” (Pages 100–101)
“Isn’t it interesting that when the Lord looks for someone to speak for him, the very first qualification is that the person be willing to listen when God speaks. The secret of Samuel’s success as a prophet was not that he excelled in speaking but in listening!” (Page 20)
- Title: The People’s Bible: 1, 2 Samuel
- Author: John R. Mittelstaedt
- Publisher: Northwestern Publishing House
- Publication Date: 1993
- Pages: 330
