1 Chronicles version of 1 Samuel 31 & 2 Samuel 1, discussing how Saul died.

Abandoned by men of faith, Saul resorts to sorcery before dying in his final battle.

Samuel dies, David seeks help from an old ally, and we learn about 2 of David's wives.

Therefore David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go and smite these Philistines? And the Lord said unto David, Go, and smite the Philistines, and save Keilah. 1 Samuel 23:2 KJV Despite Saul's pursuit of David, he still takes the time to rescue a city in distress.

Saul becomes jealous of David and attempts to kill him. This post covers those attempts, the help of David's supporters, and David's reaction.

How tall was Goliath? How can we replicate David's faith?

God allows Samuel to mourn for Saul for a little while, but eventually, God tells Samuel it's time to move on. When we lose friends because we have chosen to follow God, He will bring us into the fellowship of people following the same path.

Saul disappointing God to the point he loses his throne is more like us today than we like to think.

In 1 Samuel 13 & 14, we are introduced to the bravery of Saul's son and learn of Saul's victories in battle.

If ye will fear the Lord, and serve him, and obey his voice, and not rebel against the commandment of the Lord, then shall both ye and also the king that reigneth over you continue following the Lord your God: 1 Samuel 12:14 KJV Samuel addresses Israel after Saul is crowned king.

Saul is crowned king of Israel after defeating the Ammonites.

How poetic is it that as Saul is confusedly searching for Samuel to assist in finding donkeys, Samuel is watching Saul and being told by God that this is Israel's king?

1 Samuel 4-7 marks the first time the Israelites lost the Ark of the Covenant. We can learn a lot from this incident.

The first 3 chapters of 1 Samuel introduce us to Samuel, the last judge of Israel.

This history, origins, and contents of 1 and 2 Samuel are examined.