Studies in 1 & 2 Samuel

Paul J. Bucknell
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Journey through 1 and 2 Samuel with Pastor Paul J. Bucknell in this complete Bible teaching series. These messages trace the lives of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan, and David while exploring prayer, renewal, leadership, obedience, jealousy, suffering, discernment, failure, and God’s unfailing faithfulness. Presented by Biblical Foundations for Freedom.

  1. Episode 1

    1 Samuel 1:1-2:11 The Birth of Great Things

    Hannah’s anguish, prayer, costly vow, and praise become the beginning of God’s renewal in Israel. This message shows how sincere faith in dark times can serve God’s larger redemptive purposes.

  2. Episode 2

    1 Samuel 4:1-22 Scenes from the Cosmic War

    Israel carried the ark into battle as though a sacred object could replace obedience. This study exposes religious presumption, the collapse of Eli’s priesthood, and the hope that begins when God removes corruption and calls His people to repent.

  3. Episode 3

    1 Samuel 5-6 The Ongoing Contest with God

    After the ark is captured, Dagon falls and Philistine cities suffer under God’s hand. The message shows that God needs no defense, exposes hardened hearts, and teaches believers to interpret frightening events through the sovereignty of the living God.

  4. Episode 4

    1 Samuel 7 The Beginning of Renewal

    Israel’s renewal begins not with military strength but with wholehearted repentance. Samuel calls the people to remove their idols, humble themselves, trust God’s intercession, and remember that thus far the Lord has helped them.

  5. Episode 5

    1 Samuel 8 Compromise: Steps to a Sinking Faith

    Israel demands a king like the surrounding nations and rejects the Lord’s direct rule. This message traces the motives, costs, and long consequences of compromise and calls believers to trust God’s wiser provision.

  6. Episode 6

    1 Samuel 9-11 Calling, Confirmation, and Confidence

    God guides Saul through ordinary events, prophetic confirmation, and public affirmation to prepare him for kingship. The teaching clarifies God’s calling, how confidence grows, and why divine assignments require faith and obedience.

  7. Episode 7

    1 Samuel 10:17-27 Preoccupied

    Israel is so preoccupied with its preferred solution that it ignores God’s pursuit and rejects Him as King. Saul’s public selection reveals both God’s patience and the danger of getting what we insist upon.

  8. Episode 8

    1 Samuel 11:11-12:5 Building a Life Testimony

    Samuel’s farewell testimony shows the power of integrity, accountable leadership, and a life that can withstand public examination. This message challenges believers to build a faithful testimony before God and people.

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Journey through 1 and 2 Samuel with Pastor Paul J. Bucknell in this complete Bible teaching series. These messages trace the lives of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan, and David while exploring prayer, renewal, leadership, obedience, jealousy, suffering, discernment, failure, and God’s unfailing faithfulness. Presented by Biblical Foundations for Freedom.

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  • Creator
    Paul J. Bucknell
  • Episodes
    22
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Paul J. Bucknell
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