1 Samuel 16 by Pastor David Groendyk Today’s chapter marks a turning point in the book of 1 Samuel. From this point forward, the focus is upon David and his…

I Samuel 15 Devotional by Pastor Mark Hudson             In chapter 15, we have a clear command to Saul and the reasons given.  This age-old hostility will be dealt with…

1 Sam 14 Devotional by Pastor Lawrence             The contrast between King Saul and his son Jonathan is one of the primary themes in this chapter along with Saul’s continual…

Romans 4 Devotional by Pastor Mark Hudson             After Paul discussed the grace of God in the gospel at the end of chapter 3,  he stated that God’s righteousness is…

1 Samuel 13 by Pastor David Groendyk The people of Israel have finally recognized their foolishness in desiring a king for themselves (12:19), and it’s not long before the damning…

I Samuel 12 Devotional by Pastor Mark Hudson             Samuel’s farewell address is deeply personal and theological.  He begins in vs. 1-5 declaring his innocence before all Israel and asking…

1 Samuel 11 Devotional by Pastor Lawrence            Oh, what could have been! Reading this short snippet at the beginning of Saul’s tenure as king, we are inspired by his…

1 Samuel 10 by Pastor David Groendyk This chapter is the fulfillment of God’s revelation to Samuel in 9:16—Saul is anointed and elected king over Israel. Saul is a perplexing…

I Samuel 9 Devotional by Pastor Mark Hudson             In I Samuel, we can divide the book into these three subjects: Samuel chapters 1-8 Saul      chapters 9-15 David   chapters 16-31…

1 Samuel 8 Devotional by Pastor Lawrence             After God’s judgment came down upon the house of Eli, there is great hope for the young man Samuel whom God raises…