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Who is King Saul? – 1 Samuel 9-31

Posted on May 31, 2024 by dkoop

First impressions can be deceiving, especially when the image created by a person’s appearance is contradicted by his or her qualities and abilities. Saul presented the ideal visual image of a king, but the tendencies of his character often went … Continue reading →

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Trust God in Obedience – 1 Samuel 15

Posted on May 29, 2024 by dkoop

Our task isn’t an enjoyable one as we watch the character of King Saul steadily deteriorate. He has already demonstrated his unbelief and impatience (chap. 13), and now he will reveal further his disobedience and dishonesty. Saul’s history will climax … Continue reading →

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Trust God’s Leadership – 1 Samuel 8

Posted on May 22, 2024 by dkoop

We often wonder about the childhoods of great people. We have little information about the early years of most of the people mentioned in the Bible. One delightful exception is Samuel; he came as a result of God’s answer to … Continue reading →

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God’s Word is Rejected – Exodus 5-6

Posted on January 20, 2024 by dkoop

Moses delivers God’s message as instructed. Pharaoh, however unleashes his fury and increases the pressure on the people of God. He removes their straw for the brick production and tells them to get their own. In this section of Exodus, … Continue reading →

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