Studies in 1 and 2 Samuel
God’s Constant Help in Dark Times
The books of Samuel take us through dark circumstances, compromised leadership, deep friendship, persistent jealousy, moral testing, gracious recovery, and God’s unfailing rule.
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About This Collection
Through the lives of Hannah, Samuel, Saul, Jonathan, David, and many others, these studies help readers recognize God’s quiet work and respond wisely when life is confusing or difficult.
This is not a verse-by-verse commentary on every chapter of 1 and 2 Samuel. It is a substantial collection of teaching articles, focused studies, and discussion questions showing how God’s Word from long ago gives clear direction for modern life.
What You Will Study
- Faith and prayer through Hannah and the birth of Samuel.
- Leadership, fathering, compromise, renewal, and the demand for a king.
- Saul’s calling, disobedience, jealousy, rejection, and decline.
- David and Goliath, Jonathan’s friendship, and faith in the God of Israel.
- Life crises, depressing circumstances, obedience, and discerning God’s will.
- Grace, spiritual strength, God’s timing, and the tests of success and failure.
Designed for Study and Ministry
- Useful for personal Bible study and spiritual growth.
- Helpful for pastors, teachers, small groups, and church classes.
- Includes focused teaching, practical applications, and discussion questions.
- Explores faith, character, leadership, relationships, obedience, failure, and hope.
- Digital ISBN-13: 978-1-61993-116-9.
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About the Author
Pastor Paul J. Bucknell is the founder of Biblical Foundations for Freedom and the author of numerous books and training resources on Christian life, discipleship, biblical studies, leadership, marriage, and family. His teaching seeks to help believers understand and apply God’s Word with clarity, faith, and practical wisdom.
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