Abner had killed Joab’s brother, Asahel, in battle. Joab cannot wait for the Lord but must exact his own vengeance.

The six-day creation story as found in Genesis (along with the seventh day of rest) provides a perfect picture of the seven dispensations as generally taught by dispensationalists. Match each day of creation with the corresponding dispensation and you see some very interesting parallels.

God is a God of order. He is also a God who divides. Even on the first day of creation, He divided the light from the darkness. And, He expects His servants to rightly divide His word (2Timothy 2:15).

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.

The work place has changed beyond all recognition since the Bible was written, so the question is, “Is it still relevant today for the modern worker?” I believe the answer is clearly yes, and God willing as we look at the scriptures you will see why.

The Israelites were determined to have a king like all the nations and God had granted their request.

How, and in what respects Christ may be called a Lamb?

Samuel’s rule as judge was not without its problems. His sons fell short of Samuel’s example and the people demanded a king.

There is no higher name or title to set forth dignity amongst men, than kings or mighty potentates.