March Devotionals

Past Devotionals

Mar 27

1 Samuel 18-21

In the second half of 1 Samuel we encounter some strange circumstances. Saul, the People’s King, is on the throne, but God has anointed his chosen one— who is not yet king. So 1 Samuel 18-31 explore this tension where the true king waits for God to enact his kingdom while the rejected king desperately tries to cling on to power.
Stuart Holman
11 mins
Mar 24

1 Samuel 16-17

This fifth devotional introduces God's choice of king, David. The narrative intentionally juxtaposes God's choice of with the People's choice.
Stuart Holman
11 mins
Mar 23

1 Samuel 12-15

The book of 1 Samuel traces Israel's transition from Theocracy to Monarchy. This fourth unit shows us the failure of the People's King, King Saul.
Stuart Holman
11 mins
Mar 22

1 Samuel 8-11

The book of 1 Samuel traces Israel's transition from Theocracy to Monarchy; and then from King Saul to King David-- from the people's King to God's King. This third unit introduces "the people's King".
Stuart Holman
11 mins
Mar 21

1 Samuel 5-7

The book of 1 Samuel traces Israel's transition from Theocracy to Monarchy; and then from King Saul to King David-- from the people's King to God's King. This second unit shows that God will not be manipulated by his people. He remains sovereign over all.
Stuart Holman
11 mins
Mar 20

1 Samuel 1-4

The book of 1 Samuel traces Israel's transition from Theocracy to Monarchy; and then from King Saul to King David-- from the people's King to God's King. This first unit opens up the theme of leadership, particularly 'spiritual leadership'.
Stuart Holman
10 mins
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