Biblical Studies
Pauline Authorship of the Pastoral Epistles
This article addresses the arguments against Paul's authorship of the Pastoral Epistles and reviews the evidence that favors the traditional view.
Biblical Studies
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Theology
Immutability of God (Psalm 102:26–28)
Trusting the immutability of God helps us when we feel weak and afflicted. The unchangeable God is our source of confidence and strength.
Biblical Studies
The Sin of Envy — 1 Samuel 18:6–19
The story of Saul and David help Christians identify the precursors, the development, and the manifestations of the sin of envy.
Biblical Studies
Ten Marks of Christian Friendship — 1 Samuel 18:1–5
Jonathan's friendship with David illustrate ten attributes found in Christian friendship which are more perfectly exemplified in Christ Jesus.
Biblical Studies
David and Goliath Part 2: The Battle Is the LORD'S — 1 Samuel 17:31–58
When Yahweh handed David victory over Goliath, we learn that God's servant volunteers, prepares, speaks, prevails, and inspires.
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David and Goliath Part 1: Dare to Defy God — 1 Samuel 17:1–30
Goliath, the uncircumcised Philistine, defies the living God. David, empowered with God's Spirit, cannot persuade anyone to confront the giant.
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God's Providence — 1 Samuel 16
One of the most precious truths about God is His providence. In 1 Samuel 16, we see how God's providence can instill fear, comfort, and courage.
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False Repentance — 1 Samuel 15
Given another chance to obey God by destroying the Amalekites, Saul failed, so Samuel had to complete Saul's task and hack Agag to pieces.
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A Disobedient Heart — 1 Samuel 13:1–14
Chosen and anointed out of obscurity, Saul succumbed to fear and impatience and violated God's law by offering sacrifices to God as a priest.
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The God of Israel Rejected — 1 Samuel 8
Israel forsakes God and demands an earthly king to replace Yahweh's theocratic monarchy. Israel rejects Samuel's stern warning, and God relents.
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God's Effectual Call — 1 Samuel 3
God ends His silence and calls Samuel to be His prophet. God's effectual call to Samuel has parallels to God's call to us today.
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Thanking the Incomparable God — 1 Samuel 2:1–10
After fulfilling her vow and dedicating Samuel, Hannah prays a song of thanksgiving to the incomparable God that becomes an anthem for Israel.