The Word of the Lord was rare in Israel. God speaks to Samuel and in the process raises up a prophet that the nation recognizes.

Eli's sons are wicked and eventually, the whole family is condemned. Meanwhile, God is raising up Samuel as a judge.

As Jesus healed people the crowds grew. Through these four healings we see four principles for seeking Jesus' Touch

Israel was without a king and did what was right in their own eyes. God saw this and set into motion a plan to bring order. It started with the birth of Samuel, who would act as the last judge before Saul was anointed king. Chapter 1 looks at what Hannah when through before Samuel was born.

When Jesus came, He made it very clear that the old customs and routines of the Pharisees weren't going to be able to hold the new work He was doing. That same rings true today. Jesus wants to do a new work in your life, but He has to pull you out of the spiritual rut. Make sure to like this video and subscribe. Thanks for watchin

Naomi sends Ruth on a bold quest to win the heart of Boaz, her kinsman-redeemer. When he responds favorably it starts the process of making it official, but there are some hurdles to overcome. Witness an Old School Love story are God brings these two together.

Jesus heals the paralytic and in the process shows the Pharisees that He has the power to forgive sins.

When Jesus comes into your life He interrupts the norms and routines. He also interrupts the storms with peace and the darkness with His presence.

Ruth and Boaz show us two people who put their character over their personal comfort. Each other's actions draw their hearts together. Through it all we God's grace lining the path that brings these two together.

Matthew gives us a picture of Jesus as the Messiah by showing us His power through the healings of a leper, Gentile, and a woman. From those healings, we see the power of His touch and experience His compassion.