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A Mini-Series is a small subset of lessons from a major series which covers a particular subject or book. The class numbers will be in reference to the major series rather than the mini-series.
1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)

1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)

February 2015 - November 2020

The quote from the title slide is from the words of a young David in 1 Samuel 17:37, “The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear, He will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine”, that we derive the central theme for this study of 1st and 2nd Samuel, THE BATTLE IS THE LORD’s.

We all face overwhelming circumstances in our life and the only thing that can give us strength to overcome those horrific circumstances is a realization that it is not by our might or power, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. It is the only way that we can overcome and address the challenges that we have in life.

One scholar has praised the writing of Samuel: “It is no exaggeration to say that the author of Samuel produced what is still the best book ever written in the Hebrew language.”

In this series we will cover an array of significant biblical teachings on everything from how to face and surmount the giants in our lives, to biblical worship and praise, to the divine viewpoint of politics and leadership, to the importance of the Davidic Covenant and Messianic prophecies, and so much more. An understanding of these key teachings in Samuel is foundational to the rest of the Old Testament, the arrival and mission of the Messiah, the gospel, and many passages in the New Testament. Every believer should have a thorough understanding of the material covered in this series.

Note: Classes in this series are arranged with the most recent class appearing first.

Video DVDs of these lessons can be ordered here and here.

To view all video Bible studies in the 1st and 2nd Samuel series, click here (Vimeo) or here (YouTube).

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161 - God's Covenant with David–Part 2 [B]
Tuesday, February 05, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 2 mins 49 secs
How can we trust that God will fulfill His promises to us? Listen to this lesson to see that from the beginning of human history God has made covenants with mankind which are legally binding. Learn what the definition of a covenant is and hear about eight biblical covenants. Find out details of the New Covenant and who it applies to and when it will be fulfilled. See the comparison between a Suzerain-vassal covenant and a Royal Grant. Rest in the assurance that God’s promises to us will be fulfilled just as the covenants are being fulfilled.
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162 - God’s Eternal Promises to David [B]
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 7 mins 39 secs
Why was David blessed with an eternal covenant? Listen to this lesson to learn that David, like Abraham, served God loyally. Hear seven stipulations of the Davidic Covenant and a number of confirmations in the Psalms and the prophets. See a comparison of the many similarities between the Abrahamic and Davidic Covenants and learn that the Davidic Covenant will not be fulfilled until the Second Coming of Christ. After hearing this message we should ask ourselves if we are loyally serving God with our lives.
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163 - The Davidic Covenant in the Prophets [B]
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 10 mins 9 secs
Why do we need to learn about the covenants in the Bible? Listen to this lesson to learn that the covenants tell us God’s promises through which the whole world will be blessed. See that the Davidic Covenant is referred to many times by the prophets and that it is an eternal covenant which can only be fulfilled by the Lord Jesus Christ who is a descendant of David in His humanity. Find out why it is to be interpreted literally. Enjoy the assurance and confidence that these covenants provide us that God always keeps His Word.
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164 - Davidic Covenant: The Faithful Grace of God [B]
Tuesday, March 05, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 10 mins 40 secs
What is the connection between the Davidic Covenant and biblical prophets? Listen to this lesson to see a chronological chart of the prophets. Follow Hosea, Joel, and Amos who all had negative messages about Israel’s condition to deliver in their day but always ended with hope in the future days when Israel would return in repentance and the Davidic Covenant would be fulfilled. See that their message of God’s forgiveness no matter how much Israel sinned is ours to claim today and that it’s not dependent on us but on God’s faithfulness.
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165 - Davidic Covenant in the Psalms and Isaiah [B]
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 2 secs
What covenant was in effect when the Lord Jesus Christ was born? Listen to this lesson to learn that Christ is a descendant of David and the ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic covenant. See the importance of intertextual connections by hearing David’s prophecies about the Messiah in the psalms. Find out their intertextual connections in Acts. Understand the significance of Christ being the Son of God.
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166 - Davidic Convenant in Isaiah [B]
Tuesday, April 02, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 15 mins 41 secs
All through the ages people have dreamed of a perfect utopia. Will there ever be a true utopia on this earth? Listen to this lesson to hear about God’s plan involving the Millennial Kingdom that begins as a perfect society. Find out that Isaiah prophesied about a descendant of David, the Messiah, who would rule on David’s throne during that future Kingdom. Hear the background for the prophecy concerning the virgin birth of Jesus as a sign to King Ahaz. Be assured that God always keeps His promises and all the prophecies in the Bible will be fulfilled at the right time.
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167 - Davidic Covenant in Isaiah 9:6 [B]
Tuesday, April 09, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 15 mins 25 secs
Why are so many people angry with Jews and Christians in the world today? Listen to this message to learn that this results from people who have rejected God’s sovereign rule over His creation and are living in spiritual darkness. Hear about the prophet Isaiah when he confronted King Ahaz of Israel and was told by God to take his young son with him as an object lesson for what the king needed to hear. When faced with frightening news, find out that we can always trust that God is in control and that He provides for His people.
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168 - Davidic Covenant: The Branch [B]
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:8-17 & 1 Chronicles 17:11-14
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 3 mins 21 secs
How does God use people who seem utterly insignificant as far as this world is concerned? Listen to this message to hear about David’s background and see that he came from an obscure father who considered David as the least of his children. Find out that the Davidic Covenant God made assures David he will always have a descendant ruling over Jerusalem. Hear many Old Testament prophecies about the covenant’s future fulfillment. Realize that no matter how insignificant we may be, if we trust in Christ as our Savior we can serve God.
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169 - David’s Thanksgiving: Claiming the Promise [B]
Tuesday, April 30, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:18-29 & 1 Chronicles 17:16-27
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 19 secs
Have you ever wondered if there is a right way to pray to God? Listen to this lesson to learn about a prayer of King David’s which shows us thought-provoking elements of prayer. See the need for confession of our sins in order to cleanse ourselves. Find out the necessity for understanding God’s authority and our role as God’s servant. Consider what posture we should assume when we pray and if the Bible prescribes one. Know that we can bring the promises of God to Him in prayer and ask that they be fulfilled in our lives and the lives of others.
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170 - Faith Rest: Claiming God's Promise to David [B]
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:18-29 & Psalm 89:1-18
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 47 secs
When faced with the godless society surrounding us, how can we find stability and peace? Listen to this lesson to hear a psalm that assures us that we can rely on God’s unchanging character which never wavers no matter what is happening. See that the only rock-solid truth in the world is found in God’s Word. Find out about God’s lovingkindness, faithfulness, and loyal love. Hear the three components of the faith-rest drill and the means to use it in your time of need.
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