SAMUEL His name means: The Name of God His work: Priest, prophet, and judge, Samuel helped transform Israel from a nation led by charismatic figures called judges to one ruled by kings, who were to exercise their authority not as other kings did, but as men who belonged to God. He anointed Israels first two kings: Saul and David. His character: Samuel was eager to hear Gods voice and willing to speak his word, even when doing so meant rebuking a king and risking his life. A spiritual leader who won military victories against the Philistines, he reminded the people of Gods faithfulness and of the vital importance of their obedience. Sadly, he failed to pass on these same character traits to his sons, who acted corruptly as judges in his stead. His sorrow: That Saul, Israels first king, failed to obey God. His triumph: To help shape Israel into a monarchy whose kings were to be Gods servants. Key Scriptures: 1 Samuel 1:1-28; 2:18-26; 3:1-20; 7:2-16; 8:1-10:26; 12:1-25
Posted on: Sat, 26 Apr 2014 11:07:13 +0000
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