The Ark in Philistine Hands 1 After the Philistines had captured the ark of God, they took it from Ebenezerto Ashdod, 2 brought it into the temple of Dagonand placed…

The Return of the Ark 1 When the ark of theLordhad been in the land of the Philistines for seven months, 2 the Philistines summoned the priests and the divinersand…

1 So the men of Kiriath-jearim came for the ark of theLordand took it to Abinadab’s house on the hill.They consecrated his son Eleazar to take care of it. Victory…

Israel’s Demand for a King 1 When Samuel grew old, he appointed his sons as judges over Israel. 2 His firstborn son’s name was Joel and his second was Abijah….

Saul Anointed King 1 There was an influential man of Benjamin named Kishson of Abiel, son of Zeror, son of Becorath, son of Aphiah, son of a Benjaminite. 2 He…

1 Samuel took the flask of oil,poured it out on Saul’s head,kissed him, and said, “Hasn’t theLordanointed youruler over His inheritance? 2 Today when you leave me, you’ll find two…

Saul’s Deliverance of Jabesh-gilead 1 Nahashthe Ammonite came up and laid siege to Jabesh-gilead.All the men of Jabesh said to him, “Make a treatywith us, and we will serve you.”…

Samuel’s Final Public Speech 1 Then Samuel said to all Israel, “I have carefully listened to everything you said to me and placed a king over you. 2 Now you…

Saul’s Failure 1 Saul was 30 yearsold when he became king, and he reigned 42 yearsover Israel. 2 He chose 3,000 men from Israel for himself: 2,000 were with Saul…

1 That same day Saul’s son Jonathan said to the attendant who carried his weapons, “Come on, let’s cross over to the Philistine garrison on the other side.” However, he…