Tag Archives: Law of Moses

Law of Moses — 2 Samuel 6

Posted on August 22, 2020 by ehurst

Sometimes the specific rules do matter. The Ark of the Covenant was regarded as God’s Throne, the Mercy Seat. It could not be treated as any mere talisman. The issue was not the Ark itself but that it represented the … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 28:7-19

Posted on August 8, 2020 by ehurst

Apologies for the delay in posting this lesson; we had guests this evening and the noise prevented my working on this until rather late. The Philistines were on the warpath again, ready to humble Israel and make them pay tribute. … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 24

Posted on August 1, 2020 by ehurst

In the previous chapter of our text, David and his men had narrowly escaped Saul’s pursuit simply by being on the other side of the same mountain, somewhere near Maon, in the southeastern Judean wilderness. As Saul’s troops began circling … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 22:6-23

Posted on July 25, 2020 by ehurst

It’s very easy to get lost in the fascinating details of the conflict between Saul in his deepening madness, and David in his growing faith. It was the King’s paranoia that drove David out of his position in Saul’s court. … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 16:13-23

Posted on July 18, 2020 by ehurst

This is not as spooky and inexplicable as it appears on the surface. The Lord had commanded Samuel to go and anoint a new king for Israel. He was directed to David, the youngest son of Jesse. Upon being anointed … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 15

Posted on July 11, 2020 by ehurst

We remember that the Amalekites harassed Israel during the Exodus, attacking the rear of the column where the infants, elderly and sick were riding in wagons. It was universally regarded as a cowardly act, the kind of thing for which … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 12:6-25

Posted on July 4, 2020 by ehurst

The people got their king. The Lord chose Saul, a handsome Benjamite man who stood head and shoulders above the average Israeli man. His reign was more like a warlord than a proper king. He called the people to battle … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 8

Posted on June 27, 2020 by ehurst

There is something subtle that most Western readers miss in this chapter. It’s not a question of having a single leader; Samuel was already that. In the past they had Moses, Joshua and a few judges who played that role. … Continue reading →

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Law of Moses — 1 Samuel 7:3-17

Posted on June 20, 2020 by ehurst

Samuel was from the Tribe of Ephraim, and was a major prophet, defacto High Priest (because he grew up in the Tabernacle), and the last judge. Israel was under oppression from a new threat. The Philistines had colonized the southwestern … Continue reading →

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More from the Book of Ruth

Posted on June 14, 2020 by ehurst

There is a mystical truth hidden in the Book of Ruth: Not only is the Law its own reward, but it invites God to pour out His glory in a very wide sweep, touching many lives for generations to come. … Continue reading →

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