Lecture on 1 Samuel Chapters 28-31

Jun 6, 2024

Lecture on 1 Samuel Chapters 28-31

1 Samuel Chapter 28

  • Necromancy: Saul consults a woman with a familiar spirit to summon the spirit of Samuel.
  • Verse 15-16: Samuel questions Saul's decision to summon him and reiterates that the Lord has departed from Saul.
  • Verse 17-18: Samuel reminds Saul that the kingdom has been taken from him and given to David because of Saul's disobedience. (Referencing Deuteronomy 25:17)
  • Verse 19: Samuel predicts that Saul and his sons will die the next day.
  • Verse 20-25: Saul collapses in fear; the woman tends to him and he eventually eats.

1 Samuel Chapter 29

  • Philistine Army: Philistines gather to battle against Israel, and David is with the Philistine leader Achish.
  • Philistine Leaders: They refuse to let David join the battle, fearing he might turn against them.
  • Achish's Reassurance: Despite Achish’s trust in David, he sends David back to avoid conflict with other Philistine lords.
  • David's Departure: David and his men return to the land of the Philistines.

Sirach Reference

  • Sirach 12:10: The lecture makes a connection to this verse about not trusting one’s enemies, citing the Philistines' wise decision.

1 Samuel Chapter 30

  • Ziklag: David and his men return to find Ziklag destroyed by the Amalekites, who have taken their families captive.
  • Verse 6-10: David seeks the Lord's guidance and is told to pursue the Amalekites.
  • Verse 11-20: David and his men find an Egyptian servant who leads them to the Amalekites. David's forces defeat them and recover everything and everyone taken.
  • Sharing the Spoils: Despite some men’s objections, David insists on sharing the spoils with those who stayed behind.

1 Samuel Chapter 31

  • Battle Against Philistines: The Philistines defeat Israel. Saul and his sons are killed. Saul commits suicide to avoid capture.
  • Philistines' Actions: They desecrate Saul’s body and display it as a trophy.
  • Jabesh-Gilead: Men from Jabesh-Gilead retrieve and bury the bodies of Saul and his sons.

Conclusion

  • End of Saul’s History: The lecture covers the downfall of Saul and the impending rise of David as detailed in the second book of Samuel.
  • Upcoming Lessons: Further teachings to cover King David's history.

Closing

  • Feast of Tabernacles: Reminds the audience about the Feast of Tabernacles closing the next evening.
  • Classes & Donations: Mention of continuous classes and encouragement for donations.

Shalom and Blessings!