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The Rev. Dennis McFadden, a pastor at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne, IN, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 31. In this final chapter of 1 Samuel, King Saul’s reign comes to an end in an ignoble way. Saul and his army face the Philistines on Mount Gilboa, but they are defeated and flee. The Philistines pursue them and kill Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua, Saul’s sons. Saul himself is critically wounded by the Philistine archers. He asks his armor-bearer to kill him, but he refuses. So, Saul takes his own sword and falls on it. His armor-bearer follows his example and dies with him. The next day, the Philistines find their bodies and cut off Saul’s head. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they wa

The Rev. Hans Fiene, pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Crestwood, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 30. David and his men return to Ziklag after being rejected by the Philistines, only to find their city burned and their families taken captive by the Amalekites. David and his men weep bitterly. David then pursues the Amalekites with 400 of his men, leaving 200 behind who are too exhausted to fight. Along the way, he meets an Egyptian who leads him to the enemy camp. There, David attacks the Amalekites and recovers everything that was taken from him and his men. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation

The Rev. Jacob Hercamp, pastor of St Peter Lutheran Church in LaGrange, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 29. David, the fugitive king-in-waiting who is in hiding amongst his enemies, finds himself in a tight spot as he and his men march with the Philistines to attack Israel. But the Philistine lords don’t trust him. So, they appeal to King Achish to send he and his men away. David avoids having to fight against his own people, but this isn’t the end of David’s troubles with the Philistines or the other enemies of God’s people. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It

The Rev. Roger Mullet, pastor of Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church in Churubusco, IN, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 28. In a moment of crisis, David faces a dilemma: should he fight with the Philistines against his own people? Meanwhile, Saul faces a dead end: God won’t talk to him, so he turns to a forbidden source of guidance—the witch of Endor! He summons the spirit of Samuel, only to hear a terrifying message from beyond the grave. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story of political intrigue and warfare, but it’s also more than that. 1 Samuel show

The Rev. Kevin Parviz, pastor of Congregation Chai v’ Shalom in St. Louis, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 27. David’s struggle with fear and faith is on display as he faces the relentless pursuit of Saul. Instead of trusting God to deliver him, he makes a risky move and escapes to the enemy territory of the Philistines. There he finds refuge and favor with Achish, the king of Gath, who assigns him a city of his own: Ziklag. But David’s decision comes with a cost: he must deceive Achish and hide his true loyalty to Israel. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s

The Rev. Rick Jones, Chaplain and Vice President of Spiritual Life for the Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch, in, Minot, ND, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 26. David learns that Saul is pursuing him in the wilderness of Ziph with three thousand men. He sneaks into Saul’s camp at night with Abishai, his nephew, and finds Saul sleeping with his spear and water jug near his head. Abishai wants to kill Saul with his own spear, but David refuses to harm the Lord’s anointed. Instead, he takes the spear and the water jug and leaves. From a safe distance, he calls out to Saul and his commander Abner, rebuking them for not guarding the king. He shows them the spear and the water jug as proof of his mercy. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel t

The Rev. Frank Ruffatto, pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Charleston, West Virginia, and Executive Director of Peace Officer Ministries, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Romans 13. Former police detective and current LCMS pastor and law enforcement chaplain, the Rev. Frank Ruffatto comes on the show to discuss ministering to the authorities. Using Romans 13 as a foundation, how Christians who are in vocations of authority can serve their neighbor and how Christians of all vocations can serve those in authority in godly ways. Find Peace Officer Ministries at peaceofficerministries.org.

The Rev. Dr. Jason Wagner, pastor of Hope Lutheran Church in High Ridge, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 25. David and his men had guarded the sheep of Nabal, a rich and rude landowner, in the wilderness. On a festive day, David sent some of his men to ask Nabal for some food as a reward for their service. Nabal refused and insulted David, calling him a rebel and a runaway servant. David was furious and decided to attack Nabal and his household with 400 men. But Abigail, Nabal’s wife, who was wise and beautiful, quickly prepared a large amount of food and wine and went to meet David on the way and interceded for her husband. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and f

The Rev. Doug Griebenaw, pastor and Mission Advocate at KFUO Radio, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 24. David has a golden opportunity to kill Saul and end his troubles, but he chooses to honor God and spare his life. David cuts a bit of Saul’s robe, but he struggles with his conscience and his men, who urge him to take matters into his own hands. He later confronts Saul with his kindness and challenges him to repent of his evil. Surprisingly, Saul confesses and blesses David recognizing his righteousness and destiny. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true st

The Rev. Warren Woerth, pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Arnold, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 23. David demonstrates his faith and courage as he confronts two enemies: the Philistines and Saul. He obeys God’s call to rescue a city in distress, even though it exposes him to danger. David also follows God’s guidance to evade Saul’s traps, even though it forces him to abandon his friends and allies. Along the way, he receives a visit from his faithful friend Jonathan, who strengthens his trust in God. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story

The Rev. Thomas Eckstein, pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church in Jamestown, ND, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 22. David, our fugitive hero, found refuge in a cave and about 400 men joined him. That is, until the prophet Gad told him to return to Judah. Meanwhile, Saul, our paranoid king, slaughtered innocent priests who helped David, but one survivor joined David’s band. David blamed himself for the bloodshed and vowed to protect the priest. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story of political intrigue and warfare, but it’s also more than that. 1 Samue

The Rev. Thomas Eckstein, pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church in Jamestown, ND, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 22. David, our fugitive hero, found refuge in a cave and about 400 men joined him. That is, until the prophet Gad told him to return to Judah. Meanwhile, Saul, our paranoid king, slaughtered innocent priests who helped David, but one survivor joined David’s band. David blamed himself for the bloodshed and vowed to protect the priest. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story of political intrigue and warfare, but it’s also more than that. 1 Samue

The Rev. Steven Theiss, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in New Wells, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 21. David still faces danger and deception as he flees from Saul’s murderous rage. He deceives a priest into thinking's on a secret mission from the King to get food. He also ends up with a very special sword. David’s plan begins to unravel as a spy sees him and reports the situation to Saul. David, then, flees to Gath and pretends to be insane to escape from the Philistines who recognize him as their enemy. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story

The Rev. Christopher Maronde, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church in Hastings, IA, and St. Paul Lutheran Church in Oakland, IA join the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 20. David and Jonathan's friendship is put to the test as Jonathan's father, King Saul, becomes increasingly jealous of David's popularity and success. Jonathan helps David escape Saul's wrath by devising a plan for David to stay away from the royal court during the upcoming festival. Despite the danger of it all, Jonathan remains loyal to David, and their bond of friendship grows stronger. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunn

The Rev. Phillip Fischaber, pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Walnut, IL, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 19. King Saul is determined to kill his young rival David, who has won the hearts of the people and the love of his daughter Michal. But Michal and Jonathan, Saul’s son and David’s best friend, risk their lives to help David escape from Saul’s murderous plots. Will David survive the king’s wrath? Will Michal and Jonathan pay the price for their loyalty? And what will happen when David encounters a mysterious prophet in the wilderness? The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the foreru

The Rev. Ryan Kleimola, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Toledo, OH, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 18. David and King Saul’s son Jonathan became close friends. Following David’s defeat of Goliath and recognizing his talent, Saul put him in charge of the fighting men. David became renowned for his military exploits, the people loved him, and YHWH was with him. As a result, King Saul became increasingly jealous of and hostile toward David. This chapter ends with David’s marriage to Saul’s daughter, Michal. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story of p

The Rev. David Duke, pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church in Newfane, NY and St. John’s Lutheran Church in Youngtown, NY, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 17. “David and Goliath” is one of the most well-known accounts in the Bible. Armed with only a sling, a few stones, and his faith and trust in God, David agrees to fight for Israel against the Philistine’s own giant champion Goliath. Almost everyone knows how David wins the day, but the question is – what does this tell us about Jesus? The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story of political intrigue and war

The Rev. David Boisclair, pastor of Faith and Bethesda Lutheran Churches in Pine Lawn, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 16. YHWH had rejected King Saul. Although he will continue to rule for quite some time, God instructs the prophet Samuel to anoint a new king for Israel. Despite many impressive candidates, God chooses David, a young and humble shepherd, highlighting the importance of inner qualities over outward appearances. This chapter marks the beginning of David's extraordinary journey as he becomes the renowned King David of Israel. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner

The Rev. Luke Brown, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Ellsworth, Kansas, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 14:47-15:35. God commanded King Saul to destroy the Amalekites and all their possessions as a punishment for their attack on Israel when they left Egypt. Saul obeyed—but only partially. Contrary to God’s command, he spared their king Agag and the best of their animals. Samuel confronted Saul for his disobedience and told him that YHWH had rejected him as king. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the people what they want. What follows is the rise and fall of King Saul, the eventual anointing and coronation of David as king, the forerunner of Jesus. It’s a true story of political intrigue and warfare, but it’s als

The Rev. Robert Moeller, Jr., pastor of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Pipestone, MN and Trinity Lutheran Church in Jaspar, MN, and St. John Lutheran Church, Trosky, MN joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Samuel 14:24-46. Saul makes a rash oath that no one should eat anything until he has avenged himself on his enemies. Jonathan, who did not hear the oath, ate some honey and felt refreshed. Sensing that God was not answering his prayers, he suspected that someone had broken the oath. Saul consulted the Urim and Thummim and discovered what Jonathan had done. He was ready to put Jonathan to death for this offense, but the people intervened and saved Jonathan because of his faithfulness to YHWH. The Book of 1 Samuel beings with the unique birth of Samuel, the last judge of Israel. Soon, the people of Israel begin to press upon the aging prophet Samuel to anoint a king over them like the other nations. YHWH assures Samuel that the people are rejecting their God, not Samuel. He advises Samuel to give the