1 Samuel 14 14:1-15 – JONATHAN ADVANCES AGAINST THE PHILISTINES As chapter thirteen comes to a close, Israel and the giant Philistine army are gathered on opposite sides of a valley. The forces of Saul are woefully outnumbered – Saul having only six hundred men at his disposal. Jonathan, the son of the king,...
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Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 17 Introduction: Previous lesson: 1 Samuel 17.  David vs. Goliath. David facing a 9ft tall, war trained, armed, armored giant. Israel terrified. Frozen with fear. Enter David. Odds? Not good. Attitude?  Excellent! 17:34-37. God had gone to work for him before. Knew God would do it again. David overcame the...
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Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 17:17-20 Introduction: 1000 BC – two Middle Eastern armies gather for war. On one side of the valley: Israel. On the other: Philistines. They proposed to send out best warrior to fight for the entire army. The army of dead loser would become the subjects of the victor and serve...
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