Then Samuel said to all Israel, "I have listened to your voice in all that you have said to me, and I have set over you a king. Then Samuel said to all Israel,Samuel, Israel’s final judge and faithful prophet, spoke publicly to the gathered tribes at Gilgal. His leadership joined the era of the judges to the newly established monarchy, calling the nation to remain united under the covenant rule of the Lord. 1Sa 7:3 Then Samuel said to all the house of Israel,…
Deu 31:1 When Moses had finished speaking these words to all Israel,
Jos 24:1 Then Joshua assembled all the tribes of Israel at Shechem.…
“I have listened to your voice Israel had repeatedly demanded a king “like all the nations” (1 Samuel 8:5). Although the Lord permitted their request, He declared that their desire for a human king reflected their rejection of His direct kingship (1 Samuel 8:7). 1Sa 8:7 And the LORD said to Samuel, “Listen to the voice…
1Sa 15:24 Then Saul said to Samuel, “I have sinned;…
in all that you have said to me, Samuel had faithfully carried the people’s request before the Lord and had not acted according to personal ambition. Israel could not claim that its desire had been ignored or misunderstood. 1Sa 8:5 “Look,” they said, “you are old, and your sons”…
1Sa 8:21 Samuel listened to all the words of the people…
and I have set over you a king. Saul had been anointed and publicly confirmed as Israel’s first king. Samuel’s words also prepared the nation to understand that a king did not replace the Lord’s authority. Israel’s future depended on fearing the Lord and obeying His voice, while the failures of Saul and later kings would point forward to the need for the righteous and eternal King, Jesus Christ. Deu 17:15 Appoint a king from among your brothers;…
1Sa 8:22 “Listen to their voice,” the LORD said to Samuel.…
1Sa 10:1 Then Samuel took a flask of oil, poured it on Saul’s head…
Persons / Places / Events 1. SamuelThe last judge of Israel, a prophet, and a pivotal figure in the transition from the period of judges to the monarchy. He anointed both Saul and David as kings. 2. IsraelThe nation chosen by God, consisting of the twelve tribes. At this point in history, they are transitioning from a theocratic system of judges to a monarchy. 3. The KingRefers to Saul, the first king of Israel, whom Samuel anointed in response to the people's demand for a king to lead them like other nations. 4. The Transition to MonarchyA significant event in Israel's history where they moved from being led by judges to having a centralized monarchy, which was a response to their desire to be like other nations. Teaching Points Listening to the People vs. Listening to GodSamuel listened to the people's request for a king, but he also sought God's guidance. In our lives, we must balance listening to others with seeking God's will. The Consequences of ConformityIsrael's desire to be like other nations led them to request a king. As Christians, we should be cautious about conforming to worldly standards instead of following God's unique plan for us. Leadership and ResponsibilitySamuel's role in anointing a king shows the weight of leadership and the responsibility to guide others according to God's direction. Leaders today should seek to align their decisions with God's will. God's Sovereignty in Human ChoicesEven when Israel's request for a king was not God's perfect will, He worked through their decision to fulfill His purposes. This reminds us that God can use our choices, even when they are not ideal, for His greater plan. Bible Study Questions 1. How does Samuel's response to the people's request for a king reflect his role as a leader and prophet? How can we apply this to leadership roles today? 2. In what ways do we, like Israel, sometimes desire to conform to the standards of the world rather than God's standards? How can we guard against this? 3. How does the transition from judges to a monarchy in Israel's history illustrate the tension between human desires and divine will? Can you think of a personal example where you experienced this tension? 4. Reflect on a time when God used a decision you made, even if it wasn't the best choice, for His purposes. How does this encourage you in your walk with God? 5. Considering Deuteronomy 17:14-20, what qualities should we look for in leaders today, both in the church and in society? How can we support leaders in aligning with these biblical principles? Connections to Other Scriptures Deuteronomy 17:14-20This passage provides the guidelines for a king in Israel, showing that God anticipated Israel's request for a king and provided instructions for how a king should rule. 1 Samuel 8:4-22This passage details the people's demand for a king and Samuel's warning about the consequences of having a monarchy, highlighting the tension between God's ideal leadership and the people's desires. Hosea 13:11This verse reflects on God's displeasure with Israel's request for a king, indicating that while God allowed it, it was not His perfect will for them. People Aaron, Ammonites, Barak, Bedan, Egyptians, Jabin, Jacob, Jephthah, Jerubbaal, Nahash, Samuel, SiseraPlaces Egypt, Gilgal, Hazor, MoabTopics Appointed, Behold, Cause, Ear, Hearkened, Listened, Reign, Samuel, VoiceDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Samuel 12:1-4 5897 judging others Library Old Truth for a New Epoch
'Now therefore behold the king whom ye have chosen, and whom ye have desired! and, behold, the Lord hath set a king over yon. 14. If ye will fear the Lord, and serve Him, and obey His voice, and not rebel against the commandment of the Lord; then shall both ye, and also the king that reigneth over you, continue following the Lord your God: 15. But if ye will not obey the voice of the Lord, but rebel against the commandment of the Lord; then shall the hand of the Lord be against you, as it was against …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureThe Whole Heart
LET me give the principal passages in which the words "the whole heart," "all the heart," are used. A careful study of them will show how wholehearted love and service is what God has always asked, because He can, in the very nature of things, ask nothing less. The prayerful and believing acceptance of the words will waken the assurance that such wholehearted love and service is exactly the blessing the New Covenant was meant to make possible. That assurance will prepare us for turning to the Omnipotence …
Andrew Murray—The Two Covenants The King after Man's Heart
'And Samuel called the people together unto the Lord to Mizpeh; 18. And said unto the children of Israel, Thus saith the Lord God of Israel, I brought up Israel out of Egypt, and delivered you out of the hand of the Egyptians, and out of the hand of all kingdoms, and of them that oppressed you; 19. And ye have this day rejected your God, who Himself saved you out of all your adversities and your tribulations; and ye have said unto Him, Nay, but set a king over us. Now therefore present yourselves …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture The Old Judge and the Young King
'Now the Lord had told Samuel In his ear a day before Saul came, saying, 16, To-morrow, about this time I will send thee a man out of the land of Benjamin, and thou shalt anoint him to be captain over My people Israel, that he may save My people out of the hand of the Philistines: for I have looked upon My people, because their cry is come unto Me. 17. And when Samuel saw Saul, the Lord said unto him, Behold the man whom I spake to thee of! this same shall reign over My people. 18. Then Saul drew …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Exposition of the Doctrines of Grace
? Perseverance of the Saints--"The Final Perseverance of Believers in Christ Jesus," by William O'Neill (message 5). The Rev. C. H. SPURGEON took the chair at 3 o'clock. The proceedings were commenced by singing the 21st Hymn-- Saved from the damning power of sin, The law's tremendous curse, We'll now the sacred song begin Where God began with us. We'll sing the vast unmeasured grace Which, from the days of old, Did all his chosen sons embrace, As sheep within the fold. The basis of eternal love …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 7: 1861 Restraining Prayer: is it Sin?
"Thou restrainest prayer before God."--JOB xv. 4. "What profit should we have, if we pray unto Him?"--JOB xxi. 15. "God forbid that I should sin against the Lord in ceasing to pray for you."--1 SAM. xii. 23. "Neither will I be with you any more, except ye destroy the accursed from among you."--JOSH. vii. 12. Any deep quickening of the spiritual life of the Church will always be accompanied by a deeper sense of sin. This will not begin with theology; that can only give expression to what God works …
Andrew Murray—The Ministry of Intercession Twenty-Sixth Day for the Holy Spirit on Young Converts
WHAT TO PRAY.--For the Holy Spirit on Young Converts "Peter and John prayed for them, that they might receive the Holy Ghost; for as yet He was fallen upon none of them: only they had been baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus."--ACTS viii. 15, 16. "Now He which establisheth us with you in Christ, and anointed us, is God; who also gave us the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts."--2 COR. i. 21, 22. How many new converts who remain feeble; how many who fall into sin; how many who backslide …
Andrew Murray—The Ministry of Intercession The Sick Person Ought Now to Send for Some Godly and Religious Pastor.
In any wise remember, if conveniently it may be, to send for some godly and religious pastor, not only to pray for thee at thy death--for God in such a case hath promised to hear the prayers of the righteous prophets, and elders of the church (Gen. xx. 7; Jer. xviii. 20; xv. 1; 1 Sam. xii. 19, 23; James v. 14, 15, 16)--but also upon thy unfeigned repentance to declare to thee the absolution of thy sins. For as Christ hath given him a calling to baptize thee unto repentance for the remission of thy …
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety The Work of Jesus Christ as an Advocate,
CLEARLY EXPLAINED, AND LARGELY IMPROVED, FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL BELIEVERS. 1 John 2:1--"And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous." By JOHN BUNYAN, Author of "The Pilgrim's Progress." London: Printed for Dorman Newman, at the King's Arms, in the Poultry, 1689. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. This is one of the most interesting of Bunyan's treatises, to edit which required the Bible at my right hand, and a law dictionary on my left. It was very frequently republished; …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 A Cloud of Witnesses.
"By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau, even concerning things to come. By faith Jacob, when he was a-dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph; and worshipped, leaning upon the top of his staff. By faith Joseph, when his end was nigh, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel; and gave commandment concerning his bones.... By faith the walls of Jericho fell down, after they had been compassed about for seven days. By faith Rahab the harlot perished not with them that were disobedient, …
Thomas Charles Edwards—The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Hebrews The Lamb of God, the Great Atonement
Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world! G reat and marvellous are the works of the LORD God almighty! We live in the midst of them, and the little impression they make upon us, sufficiently proves our depravity. He is great in the very smallest; and there is not a plant, flower, or insect, but bears the signature of infinite wisdom and power. How sensibly then should we be affected by the consideration of the Whole , if sin had not blinded our understandings, and hardened …
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 1 Samuel
Alike from the literary and the historical point of view, the book[1] of Samuel stands midway between the book of Judges and the book of Kings. As we have already seen, the Deuteronomic book of Judges in all probability ran into Samuel and ended in ch. xii.; while the story of David, begun in Samuel, embraces the first two chapters of the first book of Kings. The book of Samuel is not very happily named, as much of it is devoted to Saul and the greater part to David; yet it is not altogether inappropriate, …
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