1 Samuel
What 3 thingsdid Saul do to show his true wicked heart?
- Overtook the priestly position at times for his own gains. - making a rash oath and trying to apply it (Don't eat or drink anything and people ate the food with blood) - Not following Gods instructions about the amelekites (God told him to destroy them and everything that belonged to them, but he kept the best of everything to sacrifice to the lord)
Describe the reasons behind the beginning of Israels monarchy
1. Samuel judged Israel faithfully, but his sons did not follow his example. 2. When Samuel grew old, the Israelites approached him, asking for a king.
What are the major themes of 1 Samuel?
1: Samuels ministry 2: Sauls reign (The beginning of kingship in Israel) 3: David's rise to prominence
Describe davids rise to prominence
God sent Samuel to the house of Jesse to find his son who would be the next king He became Sauls music player He became a military leader
Why wasn't Saul successful as king
He disobeyed Gods commands
What did Samuel say in his final speech as judge?
He offered restitution for anyone he wronged - Told the people they had sinned against God - Urged the israelitites to follow God with all their hearts
What did God look at when annointing David king
His heart
Describe the historical setting in Israel at the beginning of 1 samuel
In the time when people did what was right in their own eyes. The period of the judges.
How did Samuels life change Israels history
Samuel's ministry set the stage for Israel's monarchy and, through obedience to God, anointed Israel's first king.
Why did Saul suspect David?
Saul suspected David because of his jealousy of David. He viewed David more as a rival than a faithful servant
What threats did they face?
The Philistines arrived and settled nearby and the Israelites struggled with how to create a united front against their enemies.
How were the people organized and who was in charge
The land was divided by tribe but the nation lacked good political and spiritual leadership.
Why did the people want a king, and why was Saul chosen?
They feared external threats and saw the nations around them had kings so they too wanted a king. Because God chose him. He was taller and looked better than all the rest.
What happened to the philistines after they captured the ark?
They suffered plagues until they returned it.
Why did David join the philistines for a time
To destroy foreign nomadic tribes who were harassing judah
What did the philistines do with the bodies of Saul and his three sons
fastened them to the gate at Beth-shan
