How does the death of Saul add to what the Bible says about suicide? Click here for Dr. Saleska’s Christ-centered reflections on the tragic end of Israel’s first anointed one.
Just before he’s anointed king of Israel, David continues to foreshadow the person and work of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Click here to find out how!
Does Saul really speak with Samuel from beyond the grave? Don’t miss Dr. Saleska’s reflections on one of the most challenging chapters of the entire book!
Meet Abigail, who appears before David and delivers the longest speech by any woman in the Old Testament. Click here for Dr. Saleska’s Christ-centered thoughts on this rich chapter of God’s word.
David is on still on the run and Saul’s wickedness is getting worse and worse. Click here to listen to Dr. Saleska’s Christ-centered reflections on these fascinating chapters from 1 Samuel.
While David is on the run from Saul, he not only eats holy bread but also pretends to be insane! Click here for Dr. Saleska’s Christ-centered reflections on this unusual chapter of sacred Scripture.
We continue our study of 1 Samuel by discussing the relationship between David and Jonathan, and especially what it means for David to be “a man after God’s own heart.”
Saul's son Jonathan makes another appearance in 1 Samuel 20 and ends up strengthening his friendship with David more than ever. Click here to listen to Dr. Saleska's Christ-centered reflections on this portion of God's word.
The saga between David and Saul continues, and this time we end up with Saul prophesying naked! Click here to listen to Dr. Saleska’s thoughts on this intriguing chapter of God’s word.
In this episode of our "Christ in Every Word" podcasts, we continue our study of 1 Samuel with Dr. Saleska by recapping some fascinating insights about chapter 18.
After discussing the last few verses of 1 Samuel 17, Dr. Saleska guides us through the opening verses of chapter 18 where we learn more about the aftermath of David killing Goliath. Click here to listen as the drama builds between David and Saul.
The battle between David and Goliath is finally upon us! Click here to listen to Dr. Saleska's Christ-centered reflections on this popular chapter of the Bible.
It's time to anoint another king for Israel, and it's quite fascinating (even for Samuel!) how our Lord chooses to do so. Click here to listen to Dr. Saleska's great insights on 1 Samuel 16.
We've reached a pivotal point in the book of 1 Samuel: Israel's first king is rejected by the Lord, and the Lord regrets that he ever made him king in the first place! Click here to listen to Dr. Saleska's reflections on this fascinating chapter of God's word.
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