Is God capable of running out of patience with us? What happens if he does run out of patience— are we doomed? Explore these questions with Dr. Mark McDowell as he examines this prayer passage from First Samuel 28.
Are we careful enough in our responses to God’s answers? Emotions can blur reality, and it can make us blind to our selfishness. How does this relate to our prayers? Join Dr Mark McDowell as he explores these ideas in this prayer from 1 Sam 24.
How do we seek God’s will through prayer? How do we keep our own biases and desires out of the way? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer from First Samuel.
If we are trying to follow God’s will, how do we know that we are? How do we know that what we think God wants us is truly what he wants? Dr. Mark McDowell as he explorer this prayer from first Samuel, and how it might address some of these issues for us in our prayer life.
Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he studies this prayer by a priest that cost him his life in First Samuel 22. What can we learn about offering a bold prayer, an unpopular prayer, or a prayer that we might be criticized for?
Sometimes when we pray for things, God does not answer or we get something different then we asked for. What should be our approach in such situations? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explore this passage from first Samuel which addresses these issues.
The prayer in 1 Samuel reflects Saul’s reckless leadership and reliance on casting lots for guidance, highlighting his flawed decision-making. Jonathan’s better grasp of command is evident in his actions during a battle. Saul’s rashness is further demonstrated through his fasting order and vow to kill the wrongdoer, revealing his ill-conceived decisions as a king of Israel.
How do we know what role we should play in our church community, family, work, or other situation? Often we might think it is about our talents and experience. But is that always true? Join Dr. Markus McDowell as he explores this issue through this prayer from First Samuel.
We know that God sometimes grant our wishes, even when he knows it is not for the best. But how do we determine his will? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer from 1 Samuel, which explores these issues.
It might be surprising, but sometimes God gives us things we beg for because he loves us, and not because they are good for us. Join Dr. Mark McDowell in the study of just such a prayer from First Samuel.
