Old Testament
1 Samuel (KJV)
31 chapters. Choose a chapter to read the full King James text with a short summary.
- 1 Samuel 1: Hannah poured out her heart to God and then gave back what He gave her. Bring your deepest longings to Him.
- 1 Samuel 2: Those who honor God, He honors. Faithfulness matters more than position.
- 1 Samuel 3: 'Speak, Lord, your servant is listening' is a prayer anyone can pray, young or old.
- 1 Samuel 4: God is not a lucky charm to use when we want. He wants trust and obedience, not superstition.
- 1 Samuel 5: False gods fall before the living God. Nothing can stand in His place.
- 1 Samuel 6: God is holy, not to be handled carelessly. Joy in His presence should come with reverence.
- 1 Samuel 7: Raise your own Ebenezer: look back and say, 'Up to now the Lord has helped us.'
- 1 Samuel 8: Wanting to be like everyone else can mean pushing God aside. Let Him be your King.
- 1 Samuel 9: God guided Saul through lost donkeys. He often works through ordinary events to lead us.
- 1 Samuel 10: God equips those He calls. He can give a new heart for a new task.
- 1 Samuel 11: Saul started well, giving God the credit and showing mercy. Victory is a time for grace, not revenge.
- 1 Samuel 12: Samuel saw prayerlessness as sin. Keep praying for others, even those who disappoint you.
- 1 Samuel 13: Impatience led Saul to disobey. Waiting on God is part of obeying Him.
- 1 Samuel 14: God isn't limited by numbers. Faith steps out; rash vows trip people up.
- 1 Samuel 15: God wants obedience more than impressive offerings. Partial obedience is still disobedience.
- 1 Samuel 16: God looks at the heart. Don't judge others, or yourself, by outward appearance.
- 1 Samuel 17: The battle is the Lord's. Face your giants in His name, not your own strength.
- 1 Samuel 18: Jealousy poisoned Saul; humility and wisdom marked David. The Lord's presence made the difference.
- 1 Samuel 19: Jonathan spoke up for a friend under attack. Defend the reputation of the innocent.
- 1 Samuel 20: True friendship is loyal and costly, and it is rooted in God.
- 1 Samuel 21: Jesus pointed to this story to show that mercy matters more than ritual (Matthew 12:3-7).
- 1 Samuel 22: David's band began as people in trouble. God can build something good from those who come broken.
- 1 Samuel 23: Be a Jonathan: encourage a friend to find their strength in God.
- 1 Samuel 24: David left vengeance to God. Doing right when you could get even shows real faith (Romans 12:19).
- 1 Samuel 25: A wise word at the right time can stop a terrible mistake. Thank God for people who keep you from sin.
- 1 Samuel 26: Integrity doesn't take shortcuts, even when the opportunity is right in front of you.
- 1 Samuel 27: Fear made David act on his own reasoning instead of seeking God. Discouragement is a time to pray, not to drift.
- 1 Samuel 28: Seeking guidance outside God's way leads only to despair. Turn to God early, while He may be found.
- 1 Samuel 29: God can close a door to protect us from a situation we could not get ourselves out of.
- 1 Samuel 30: When everyone is against you, strengthen yourself in the Lord. Then share His blessings generously.
- 1 Samuel 31: Saul's life ended in tragedy, but the men of Jabesh remembered his kindness. Gratitude and loyalty honor God.