June 5, 2026 – July 10, 2026
1 Samuel: Trust God Who Works Through Human Pain, Imperfection, and Brokenness
Our world is full of pain, longing, rivalry, political chaos, human failure, spiritual drift, and leadership breakdown. It can be overwhelming to think about correcting just one part, much less all of it. Studying the book of 1 Samuel helps us see what God is doing in all this brokenness in our world. In this Groundwork series, we’ll examine the stories about Hannah, Samuel, Saul, and David to learn about God’s character and faithfulness to his people. We’ll gain a deeper trust in our God who hears us and works in spite of our flawed humanity, even when we can’t see what he’s doing.
Episodes in this Series
Hannah's Prayer and God's Big Answer
Studying Hannah’s sorrow, prayer, and song of praise in the opening chapters of 1 Samuel reveals God’s character, helps us understand where to find God, and what he wants us to do with our pain. Together, we’ll also see how Hannah’s sorrow and private prayer become part of God’s public plan for his people.
Listen to this Episode June 5 , 2026
God Speaks Judgment and Calls Samuel
Learn where to look for God and discover hope even when life's situations seem hopelessly unjust and bleak.
Listen to this Episode June 12 , 2026
The Power of God's Presence and A Call for Repentance
In the account of Israel's history in 1 Samuel, we discover a warning not to cherish outward symbols of faith without also maintaining our inward, faithful obedience to the Lord, and an invitation to return and surrender our hearts to him.
Listen to this Episode June 19 , 2026
God Gives Israel a King
See what happens when God grants Israel’s request to be like other nations and discover how God is faithful and sovereign, working behind the scenes even when his people make choices that don’t align with his will.
Listen to this Episode June 26 , 2026
God Calls and Prepares David
The accounts of David’s anointing and his battle with Goliath reveal what God looks for in the heart of a leader and how he prepares the people he calls. Let's discuss what that means for us when he calls us to partner with him in his work in the world today.
Listen to this Episode July 3 , 2026
Saul and David: Envy, Conflict, and Broken Shalom
In the accounts of Saul and David, witness the broken shalom that results when the deadly sin of envy grips our hearts and see both God’s sovereignty and how he continues to work in the lives of his people even in difficult circumstances.
Listen to this Episode July 10 , 2026
