Day 104 – 1 Samuel 21-24
Talking Points In these chapters, we see two sides of David. On one hand, he seems to be driven by fear. On the other, he operates in great faith. What…
Day 103 – 1 Samuel 18-20, Psalms 11, 59
Talking Points As David's popularity grows, Saul becomes angry and suspicious of him. He places David in perilous situations hoping for his ruin. As Saul sees that God is with…
Day 102 – 1 Samuel 15-17
Talking Points God gives very clear commands to Saul to completely destroy the Amalekites. Saul disobeys. The Bible says, "But Saul..." (15:9). Partial obedience is not obedience. Notice the process:God…
Day 101 – 1 Samuel 13-14
Talking Points The Israelites are warring against a powerful Philistine army with 30,000 chariots and 6,000 horsemen. This war will last throughout the reign of Saul.In the face of an…
Day 100 – 1 Samuel 9-12
Talking Points God chooses Saul from the tribe of Benjamin to lead as king. He is described as choice, handsome, and tall. After his selection and conquest of the Ammonites,…
Day 99 – 1 Samuel 4-8
Talking Points Just as the LORD had told them, destruction comes to Israel as they fight the Philistines. The people did not obey or honor God, but instead, they believed…
Day 98 – 1 Samuel 1-3
Talking Points The Bible records Elkanah's great love for Hannah.Hannah, living in great sadness, takes her cause to the LORD (1:10). She does not strike out at her rival. She…
Day 97 – Ruth 1-4
Talking Points All of Ruth in one day! Seriously?!This is a remarkable book with profound meaning and implications. It is a picture of salvation, it explains a requirement of our…
Day 96 – Judges 19-21
Talking Points Really looking forward to Ruth!These last three chapters are ended by the statement, "In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in…
Day 95 – Judges 16-18
Talking Points Samson continues his self-serving ways. His parents had dedicated him to the LORD, but Samson lives in disregard for His name. He falls in love with Delilah, a…