1 Sam 14:24-52. The Bible uses honey as an analogy of the Word of God. Just as Jonathan was physically quickened by eating the honey in the wood, we are need to be spiritually quickened by the living Word of grace.
1 Sam 14:1-23. Jonathan went forward by faith, with his armoured bearer right behind him. They believed that God could give them the victory, even though they were vastly outnumbered. Let’s not limit ourselves by ourselves, for God is with us!
1 Sam 13:1-23. Plagued by insecurity, Saul chose to disobey God and follow his own way. In his self-defence, he blames Samuel, the people, and the Philistines. He leaves a valuable lesson for us all, that honouring God’s way by faith and humility can save us so much trouble.
1 Sam 12:1-25. The prophet Samuel helps Israel acknowledge their sin, but then brings their focus to God’s faithfulness despite all their failures. He never forsook them and their failure was never the end, for God gives new beginnings. There may be bad decisions or failures behind us and we cannot change that, but now […]
1 Sam 10:1-27. To help Saul with his insecurity regarding the Call to be King, God gives him 3 signs to show that God is truly with Him. Each sign includes a special message of encouragement concerning God’s call on our lives also. What is his call for your life? How does this all apply […]