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A Mini-Series is a small subset of lessons from a major series which covers a particular subject or book. The class numbers will be in reference to the major series rather than the mini-series.

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Galatians 5:16-23 teaches that at any moment we are either walking by the Holy Spirit or according to the sin nature. Walking by the Spirit, enjoying fellowship with God, walking in the light are virtually synonymous. During these times, the Holy Spirit is working in us to illuminate our minds to the truth of Scripture and to challenge us to apply what we learn. But when we sin, we begin to live based on the sin nature. Our works do not count for eternity. The only way to recover is to confess (admit, acknowledge) our sin to God the Father and we are instantly forgiven, cleansed, and recover our spiritual walk (1 John 1:9). Please make sure you are walking by the Spirit before you begin your Bible study, so it will be spiritually profitable.

1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)

1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)

February 2015 - November 2020

The quote from the title slide is from the words of a young David in 1 Samuel 17:37, “The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear, He will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine”, that we derive the central theme for this study of 1st and 2nd Samuel, THE BATTLE IS THE LORD’s.

We all face overwhelming circumstances in our life and the only thing that can give us strength to overcome those horrific circumstances is a realization that it is not by our might or power, but by the power of the Holy Spirit. It is the only way that we can overcome and address the challenges that we have in life.

One scholar has praised the writing of Samuel: “It is no exaggeration to say that the author of Samuel produced what is still the best book ever written in the Hebrew language.”

In this series we will cover an array of significant biblical teachings on everything from how to face and surmount the giants in our lives, to biblical worship and praise, to the divine viewpoint of politics and leadership, to the importance of the Davidic Covenant and Messianic prophecies, and so much more. An understanding of these key teachings in Samuel is foundational to the rest of the Old Testament, the arrival and mission of the Messiah, the gospel, and many passages in the New Testament. Every believer should have a thorough understanding of the material covered in this series.

Note: Classes in this series are arranged with the most recent class appearing first.

Video DVDs of these lessons can be ordered here and here.

To view all video Bible studies in the 1st and 2nd Samuel series, click here (Vimeo) or here (YouTube).

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66 - How God Produces Champions - Part 2 [B]
Tuesday, October 04, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 17:12-39
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 52 secs
Are you really committed to becoming the best you can be as a believer? Listen to this lesson to learn that God is not pleased with mediocre Christians who live no differently than unbelievers. Hear about five tests that David underwent that prepared him to be a champion who could defeat Goliath. See that the only way to mature spiritually is to listen to word-by-word expositional teaching of the Word of God. Ask yourself how you are facing tests designed by God to prepare you to handle whatever comes in your life.

Dr. Dean referenced an important article on AmericanThinker.com entitled The Death of Evangelicalism during this class.

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65 - How God Produces Champions - Part 1 [B]
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 17:12-39
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 2 mins 15 secs
Are you a champion for God? Listen to this lesson to learn that God gives every Christian the resources to become a mature believer. Hear the true story of how God prepared a perfect event for David, a young Jewish man, to face Goliath, a nine-and-a-half-foot Philistine warrior. Hear about the tests that David faced to become a champion and see how God has prepared tests for each of us to face in our lives. Understand that everything that happens to us is designed for a purpose and goes back to a spiritual issue.
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64 - The Enemy is Always too Powerful [B]
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 17:1-11
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 5 mins 21 secs
Get ready for a triumphant true story of an epic battle between a young Jewish man and a massive warrior named Goliath. Listen to this lesson to learn that this was an attack on the God of Israel by a pagan nation. The stakes were high as Goliath taunted the Israelite army who were shaking in their boots. Understand the parallels between this event and modern-day attacks on Christians by terrorists. Stay tuned to learn next week the answer God always has for our seemingly impossible situations.
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63 - Can Christians be Demon Possessed? [C]
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 16:14-23
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 59 mins 31 secs
What does the Bible teach about demon possession? Listen to this lesson to learn two main reasons why believers cannot be demon possessed. Learn about two areas in the temple and how they are reflected in our bodies. Hear Christ’s high priestly prayer which keeps us from the Evil One. Learn about Saul and the music therapy that he used to try to relieve him from demon oppression. Get an overview of the human brain and how we can succumb to demon influence by our own volition. See how music provides structure and meaning and helped Saul to obtain relief.

Dr. Dean referenced an important article on AmericanThinker.com entitled The Death of Evangelicalism during this class.

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62 - Demonism Summary-Part 2 [C]
Tuesday, September 06, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 16:14-23
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 2 secs
How do you know when someone is demon possessed? Listen to this lesson to learn that the Bible does not describe any symptoms of demon possession or any remedies for removing demons from someone. Hear some ideas that people in the past have come up with to describe demon possession that have no basis in the Bible. Learn that there was an explosion of demon activity during the time of Christ, the Messiah, was on the earth. As Christians, understand that we don’t need to be fearful of demons because we are indwelt by the Holy Spirit.
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61 - Demonism Summary-Part 1 [C]
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 16:14-23
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 57 mins 5 secs
Do we have anything to fear from demons? Listen to this lesson to learn that demons are fallen angels who rebelled against God, their Creator. Find out that they are very active in human history and that as believers we are engaged in spiritual warfare with them. See the difference between demon influence, which can involve believers and unbelievers alike, and demon possession, which can only happen to people who do not trust in Christ as their Savior. To guard against demon influence as believers we must learn the Word of God, walk by means of the Holy Spirit, and apply spiritual truths to our lives.
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60 - Holy Spirit; Evil Spirits [B]
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 16:14-23
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 6 mins 17 secs

Do you know that everyone, believer and unbeliever alike, is influenced by the thinking of demons? Listen to this lesson to learn that any thoughts and ideas that are not biblical are demonic. Find out what happened to Saul when the Spirit of the Lord departed from him and an evil spirit descended. See that he is mentally tormented in a way that completely paralyzed him with fear. Learn how David was brought out of the sheepfold and into the court to play the harp to sooth Saul. Learn that God was working out His plan for David, the future king of Israel.

Note that the video for this class includes two videos from the Museum of the Bible, which are located at: Museum of the Bible Overview and Museum of the Bible Fly-Through. Click to visit the Museum of the Bible website.

Dr. Dean also mentioned Gatestone Institute if you're interested in news from Europe and the Middle East.

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59 - David: A Man After God's Heart [B]
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 16:1-13
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 7 mins 53 secs
If you like to hear about the lives of great men, be prepared to learn about the riveting life of King David. Learn why God declared him to be a man after His heart. Hear that David was not perfect but that he had the right mental attitude of toughness and responsibility and devotion to God. Find out four functions of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament. Learn from David that it’s not our background but our submission to God’s authority that counts.
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58 - Saul and David [A]
Tuesday, August 09, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 16-31
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 11 mins 33 secs
Two men. Two kings. Saul and David. Listen to this lesson to see the contrast between the one who was disobedient to God and the one who loved God and wanted to grow spiritually even though he had many failures. Find out about the pattern in the Saul/David relationship that foreshadows the rule of Satan over the earth. See how David is a type of the future Church Age as he and his followers were outcasts being trained to rule and reign in the future.
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57 - Confession and Consequences [B]
Tuesday, August 02, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 15:23-35
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 8 mins 22 secs
Are there times when we have the right to disobey government authority? Listen to this lesson to learn what the Bible says is the only exception to obedience to authority. Hear about two situations in Daniel that show how believers are to live in a pagan world. Find out that there are God-given distinctions between the roles of men and women. See that divination is an acceptance of the authority of demons. Recognize that when we violate the laws of establishment that we are in rebellion against God.
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