Saul and Jonathan are both dead. What happens now? Today, Seth Master and Watermark Elder, Mickey Fredrich discuss the closing of 1 Samuel and what is to come as we enter into 2 Samuel.

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What are we to make of the power of the medium that Saul consults? In today's episode, Christy Chermak discusses 1 Samuel 26-28 with The Porch Director, Kylen Perry to help us understand the warning of entertaining sin this passage gives each of us. 

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Today Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark sent missionaries Isaac and Kacie Mann to talk through 1 Samuel 23-25 and highlight what God has been doing as they serve in Indonesia. Listen to hear how we read this text in light of Christ, the ultimate Anointed One, and how we can respond in light of his Kingship in our lives. How do we respond to the King?

In today's episode, Watermark's Student Director, Jermaine Harrison, talks with Shoreline Director, Will McIlroy about 1 Samuel 20-22. They dive into an understanding of the laws around the holy bread and whether it was a sin for David to eat it. They examine the Scripture to uncover the true heart of God within this story.

Additional References:

Lev. 24:5-9; Matthew 12; 2 Corinthians 3; Deuteronomy 6:4-6; 1 John 4:19

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In today's episode, Zach Seitz talks with Watermark member Hank Hoaglund discuss the events of 1 Samuel 18-19, and David's responses through Psalms to Saul's actions against him. We see David's faith in God regardless of the sufferings he was experiences. 

What are we to make of the spirit of the Lord departing from Saul? What is the harmful spirit tormenting him? In today's episode, Emma Dotter discusses 1 Samuel 16-17 and shares insights into this story. 

Additional References: 

Exodus 35:8; 1 Kings 6; 1 Corinthians 3:16; John 16:7-11; John 3:8; Ephesians 1:13-14

Link to Got Questions: https://www.gotquestions.org/evil-spirit-Saul.html

Link Watermark's doctrinal statement on the Holy Spirit: https://www.watermark.org/about/full-doctrinal-statement

In today's episode, Lauren Atkinson discusses 1 Samuel 14-15 and answers the question "If God regretted his action in making Saul king, does that mean God makes mistakes?" Lauren looks at this passage in light of the whole story and God's promise of the perfect king.

In today's episode  Bobby Durning and Seth Master talk through 1 Samuel 12:17-18 answering the questions: Why was it an evil thing for the Israelites to ask God for a king? How should we think about Samuel's warning to the people?

Additional References: 

Genesis 2:15-17; Exodus 20:1-20; Numbers 7:8-9

Listen to Seth's previous episode! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s3-175-psalm-90/id1600151923?i=1000668453167

In today's episode, Lauren Atkinson talks with Watermark Institute member Zach Seitz about 1 Samuel 8-10, where the Israelites ask God for an earthly king, demonstrating their lack of trust in God's faithfulness and plan for His people. 

Additional References: 

Exodus 19:6; Ezekiel 36:26

Learn about the Watermark Institute: https://www.watermarkresources.com/ministries/institute

Listen to Zach's previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-059-judges-1-4/id1600151923?i=1000698560215

 In today's episode Lauren Atkinson talks with Watermark member Noah Taylor from Watermark South Dallas about 1 Samuel 5-7 discussing who Samuel's role and authority as a prophet. They also discuss the importance of repentance in our heart posture toward the Lord.

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