Tag Archives: Old Testament History

Who is Samuel? – 1 Samuel 1-28

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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Staying Focused – Nehemiah 6:1-4

Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? Who doesn’t?  It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? It takes determination to finish what we start because there are always so many competing distractions. One thing that clearly … Continue reading

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Getting the Support I Need – Nehemiah 2

I can’t do it alone.  God has given me people and support that I need to rely on.  Every biblical person that did something significant relied on others.  Noah had his sons, Moses had Aaron, David had Jonathan, Abner and … Continue reading

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Seeing My Preferred Future – Nehemiah 1

As the New Year begins it serves as a time of evaluation. How’s is my life, my relationships, the ministry that God has called me to?  What changes should I make?  Our new series will center on the life (and … Continue reading

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