1 Samuel 4-6 -- God in a Box?

01/31/21 • 28 min

Today’s passage describes a very low point for God’s people. They‘ve reduced him to a status so that He’s not much different than the pagans — basically a lucky charm to be brought out when you need special favor. God proves otherwise.

Previous Episode

1 Samuel 2:12-3:21 -- Comparing the Servants of the Lord

In this portion of 1 Samuel we see the sons of Eli and their corrupt practices contrasted with the life of Samuel who, like Jesus, "grow both in stature and in favor with the LORD and also with man".

Bill Morris' introductory remarks are here.

The Holy Bible: English Standard Version. (2016). (1 Sa 2:26). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Bibles.

Next Episode

1 Samuel 7:3-8 -- Be Careful What You Ask For

The nation of Israel rejected the theocracy of Jehovah, as administered by the Judges, and wished for a king like their pagan (and confrontational) neighbors. The Lord consents but Samuel lays out a sobering warning as to what it will be like

Bill's introductory remarks are here.