Jesus and Wine
Did Jesus drink alcoholic wine? It is assumed by a great many that He did. Let’s examine this for a moment.
David Anointed to be King
What a difference we see between Saul and David. One impressed men by his exterior appearance; the other impressed God by the condition of his heart.
God’s Final Rejection of Saul
In this chapter, Saul illustrates the sin of willful rebellion and God’s reaction to this sin. Saul’s rebellion leads to God’s rejection of him as king of Israel.
God’s First Rejection of Saul
Both the sin of Saul in sacrificing and the absence of smiths (blacksmiths) in Israel point to the danger of fighting God’s battles according to the ways of man and the world
Samuel as Judge of Israel
Samuel’s rule as judge was not without its problems. His sons fell short of Samuel’s example and the people demanded a king.
Christ - A King
There is no higher name or title to set forth dignity amongst men, than kings or mighty potentates.
Christ - A Fountain
Among the many things Christ is compared to in the holy scripture, to set forth his transcendent excellency, beauty, usefulness, and perfections, this of a Fountain is none of the least, it being a most profitable metaphor.
The Birth of Samuel
God brings a man into the world who will begin to bring Israel back to God. That man is Samuel.
Bibliology - The Identity of God's Word
College Notes of David Reagan as taught in Scripture Baptist College. These notes cover the doctrine of the Bible.