S1E1 - The Book of 2 Samuel - Lesson 1 (Chapter 1)

Title: The Death of Saul & Jonathan - Lesson from Sunday January 5, 2025

Introduction: The book of 2 Samuel can be divided into three sections: 

• First, the book deals with David’s Triumph. 


• Secondly, we see David’s Trouble.


• Lastly, we see David’s Tribulation.

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However, before getting involved in 2nd Samuel, we should take a little time to Recap the events of 1st Samuel: 

• 1120 - 1010 BC, about 110 years. 


• Samuel is born and becomes  Israel’s High Priest and final Judge.


• Israel demands a King!


• Saul is anointed the 1st King of Israel.


• Israel wanted a King for the wrong reasons.


• It was not God’s timing.


• Israel rebelled and demanded a King anyway.


• Saul’s success as a King was short-lived.


• David is anointed King while Saul is still enthroned. 


• Saul becomes consumed with Killing David.  

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Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: 2 Samuel 2nd Samuel Second Samuel Bible David Saul Jonathan Christian Christianity Sunday School Religion Religious Prayer Book of Samuel Old Testament