Category Archives: I Samuel

God’s plan for His people was that they be a light to the world. He called them out to send them out. When God established the nation of Israel, He  said to Abraham: I will make you into a great … Continue reading →

Wedding rings: Visual reminders of vows made to each other. The American Flag: A marker to declare allegiance, victory, ownership. Monuments: Honor the service and sacrifice of those who gave all and help us remember the high price paid to … Continue reading →

I learned the term “BAE” from my millennial daughter. It’s an acronym representing the phrase, Before Anything Else. And it’s a good phrase to use when doing a little self-assessment on the topic of idolatry. As followers of Christ living … Continue reading →

Sometimes what’s not there is even more telling than what is: Thanksgiving dinner with no turkey leaves a huge whole on the dinner table A car up on blocks with no wheels tells a sad story– you’ve been robbed. Did … Continue reading →

“Speak, for your servant is listening.” I Samuel 3:10 The book of I Samuel opens during the time of the Judges. Chapter 3 begins by letting us know a little about the spiritual climate: …In those days the word of … Continue reading →

In bitterness of soul Hannah wept much and prayed to the LORD. …she kept on praying to the LORD… I Samuel 1:10, 12 Infertility is defined as the inability of a woman of reproductive age to conceive after trying for … Continue reading →

“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 Have you believed the lie that God only has time for “good” people? Have you mistakenly assumed you have … Continue reading →