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3/20 1st Samuel 28 - Visiting Witches

Key Chapters of the Bible

Release Date: 03/20/2025

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Key Chapters of the Bible

One of the most amazing (and often overlooked) truths about God is that He graciously makes promises to all mankind. Today, we'll look at this key chapter and this key promise and see God's kind loving care for all people. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    Circle every occurrence of the word “covenant” in Genesis 9:1-17. How many times does this word occur? What are the specific stipulations of this covenant? 2.    In verse 1, what command did God give to Noah? How was this similar to the command He gave to Adam and Eve? What is the purpose of this command?...

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Key Chapters of the Bible

As we now turn to Genesis 8, we find Noah and his family still on the ark. In this episode, we'll think about what it would have been like to be on the ark for over a year, waiting for word from God. It wouldn't have been easy. And yet, as we look at Noah and his example, we find a man of faith who waited upon the Lord. Join us for our next study in the Key Chapters of God's Word! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    In Verse 1 God remembered Noah. How does the study explain what this phrase means? When we compare verse 1 with verse 15, how frequently did the study suggest the Lord...

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Key Chapters of the Bible

People have a lot of questions about Noah's Ark and the flood; they also have a lot of misunderstandings! Today in our study of Genesis 7, we'll address some of the most common questions and misunderstandings of the flood and see that the biblical account clearly is possible. Join us!    DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    The study mentioned that Noah needed many decades to build the ark. Righteousness obeys over the long haul. Are there times when you obeyed God over a long period of time? Was that difficult? Why or why not? 2.    How does a biblical...

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The Flood is one of the most well-known stories in the entire Bible; and yet thanks to children's books, there's a lot of confusion about the flood and what the Bible says actually happened. Join us today as we look into why God sent the flood and what Noah's preparations entailed. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Why is the account of the flood not a cute children’s story? What was the real point of the flood?  2.    What do verses 1 to 4 show us about the kind of civilization mankind created? Why did this civilization need to be destroyed?  3.    What does...

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Genesis 4 gives us a challenging but important set of instruction regarding the kind of worship that God accepts. We'll look at the offering of Cain and Abel and see that there is a very real kind of worship that God is looking for. We'll also see, that Cain struggle for sincere worship was the overflow of a life out of fellowship with the Lord. Join us!   DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    Circle every reference to the name “Cain.” Looking back over this chapter, how many times does his name occur? What does this tell us about who this chapter is ultimately about? 2....

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Questions about evil and suffering are difficult for anyone; and yet the Bible does provide answers and today we'll look at the Fall of Man in Genesis 3, but specifically God's solution to Evil. The answers may surprise us! So, please join us in this foundational passage on why there is evil and suffering and what God is doing about it.  DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    Draw a box around Genesis 3:15. This is one of the most important verses in the entire Bible. Why? What hope does this give to us? 2.    Using different underlining methods (for example: a single...

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As we continue in our study in the book of Genesis, we now move to Genesis 2, which gives us a closer, more intimate look at the creation of Adam and Eve. In this chapter, we find profound truths about who we are and God's purposes for our lives. And as we rest in God's purposes and design for mankind, we will find our ultimate fulfillment. Join us!  DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS1.    Underline every place where the Lord lays out men’s and women’s purposes and tasks. How are they similar? How are they different? How might these similarities and differences be reflected in...

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Welcome to the 2026 Key Chapters of the Bible Podcast! Starting today, we're back in Genesis 1 for another run through God's Word together! Genesis 1 is one of the most important passages in the entire Bible. Here, we learn about God, His work in creation, His design for us, and we'll begin to answer the questions of "Who am I?", "Why am I here?" and "What does God want me to do with my life?" The answers are powerful and life-changing. Join us!  DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1.    Read through Genesis 1 and underline the verses that are particularly meaningful to you. Why did...

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So, we have finally made it to the end of God's Word; which is really the beginning of our everlasting life with the Lord. Today, in this final episode of this year's study through God's Word, we'll look at what our life will be like as we are with God. This passage is powerful and inspiring and important for every person to know. So join us!  Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links:...

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As we near the end of our study in the Book of Revelation, we now come to Revelation 21 which speaks of the New Heavens and Earth and the New Jerusalem. This passage has various points of symbolism, but we'll also see that these symbols are clearly rooted in the Old Testament promises. So join us as we start to wind down our year long study in the Key Chapters of the Bible.  Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or...

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We’ve all had times where we wished God would make His will clearer. Today, we’re looking at 1st Samuel 28 where Saul wanted to know what to do, but sought guidance from a witch. This is a stunning passage that helps us connect the dots on God’s judgment of Saul. Join us in another key study in the Key Chapters of God’s Word! 

DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:

1.    What is the overall context of 1st Samuel 28? Where are we at in the timeline of Saul’s life? 
2.    What was in Saul’s heart in verse 5? How do you think this impacted Saul’s decisions in this chapter? 
3.    Why was the Lord silent of Saul in verse 6? How did Saul’s actions bring him to this place with the Lord? 
4.    What insight does the podcast give us from 1st Chronicles 10:14 into Saul’s lack of seeking the Lord? How can this help us know how to seek the Lord when we’re not sure what to do?
5.    As this chapter unfolds, we find out that Saul seeks the help of a witch. How does this whole situation give us a clearer window into Saul’s heart? 
6.    The podcast gave some reasons why God prohibits His people from seeking the counsel of mediums/fortunetellers, etc. What were they? What light does Leviticus 19:31 and 20:27 shed on this? 
7.    The podcast discussed the nature of this witch so conjuring of Samuel. What do you think happened here? Was Samuel really conjured? 
8.    The podcast listed some ways that God guides His people. What were some of those ways that were discussed? How has the Lord led you through things like those that were suggested? 

 

Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon!

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Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.