Jesus makes a clear claim to be God before the Jews, using the singular self-revelatory name of God, "I Am."

Jesus makes a clear claim to be God before the Jews, using the singular self-revelatory name of God, "I Am."

We must recognize that our relationship with the Lord does not depend on our obedience, but rather on the unearned grace of God.

We must recognize that our relationship with the Lord does not depend on our obedience, but rather on the unearned grace of God.

So that we would not be confused by spiritual and unseen battles, God has given us the history of Israel with real battles and flesh and blood opposition.

So that we would not be confused by spiritual and unseen battles, God has given us the history of Israel with real battles and flesh and blood opposition.

Saul’s kingship begins on an inauspicious note, and Samuel reminds Israel of the foolishness of their choice.

Saul’s kingship begins on an inauspicious note, and Samuel reminds Israel of the foolishness of their choice.