Chapter 28 contains one of the most curious stories, the medium (or witch?) of Endor. What exactly happened there? Can people communicate with the dead?
Month: November 2023
1 Samuel 27 – The Enemy of My Enemy
Perhaps operating under the axiom, "the enemy of my enemy is a friend," chapter 27 records David's escape to the land of the Philistines. Is he a traitor? A mercenary? Or, is God doing something else?
1 Samuel 25 – A Fool and His Wife
In chapter 25, a godly woman prevents David from making a big mistake. It's a fascinating story of the amazing power of goodness.
1 Samuel 24 & 26 – David Spares Saul’s Life
The conflict between Saul and David comes to close in chapters 24 and 26, giving us a reminder that our actions and attitudes matter.