Tag Archives: Israel

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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Who is Samuel? – 1 Samuel 1-28

Posted on May 28, 2024 by dkoop

Samuel, whose name means “heard of God,” was dedicated to God by his mother, Hannah, as part of a vow she made before he was born (1 Samuel 1:11). Hannah had been barren and prayed so fervently for a child that … Continue reading →

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God’s Special Women – Ruth – Matthew 1:5

Posted on December 14, 2023 by dkoop

There are only five women listed in the genealogy of Jesus. Each one has an epic story and Ruth is one of them.  Ruth’s faithfulness to her mother-in-law and her newfound faith bore significant results. The account of Ruth in … Continue reading →

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A Future for Israel – Romans 11

Posted on September 21, 2023 by dkoop

For centuries people have been puzzled by the nation of Israel. The Roman government recognized the Jewish religion, but it still called the nation secta nefaria—”a nefarious sect.” The great historian Arnold Toynbee classified Israel as “a fossil civilization” and … Continue reading →

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