I & II Samuel for Beginners
From the Last Judge to the First King
By: Mike Mazzalongo
In this series Mike summarizes the life and times of the first two of Israel’s kings. In four compact lessons, the rise and decline of both Saul and David are described with lessons drawn for today’s readers.
Hannah's Prayer and the Birth of Samuel to Saul the First King of Israel
In this opening lesson Mike sets the historical setting for the books of Samuel and traces the rise of Samuel as a judge of Israel and a key figure in the nation's transition from a theocracy to a monarchy.
The Rise of Fall of King Saul
This lesson summarizes the familiar history of the relationship between Israel's first two kings, Saul and David. There is also information concerning God's choice of Saul and lessons for the church today based on these leaders of long ago.
The Rise of King David
In this lesson Mike will trace David's rise to the highpoint of his reign over Israel and his relationship with God as a man after His own heart.
The Decline of King David
This final lesson in II Samuel traces the negative family and national events that were a direct result of David's sin with Bathsheba.