Chapter by Chapter

Times Square Church

Chapter by Chapter is a four-year journey through the greatest book given to the human race – the word of God, the Bible – one chapter at a time, 7 minutes a day, 7 days a week.

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#262
Yesterday · 11 min
1 Samuel 25: You Are Becoming Who You Swore You Wouldn’t Be
In 1 Samuel 25, David’s furious response to Nabal reveals how easily we can become the very thing we swore we would never be unless we stop running from our past and intentionally pursue becoming like Christ.
#261
Thursday · 11 min
1 Samuel 24: Bothered by the Edge
In 1 Samuel 24, David’s conscience over cutting even the edge of Saul’s robe reveals how sensitivity to the Holy Spirit and conviction over small compromises protects our integrity and keeps our hearts responsive to God.
#260
Wednesday · 8 min
1 Samuel 23: Gifts Don’t Need a Title
In 1 Samuel 23, David’s willingness to fight for Israel without a title or position shows that people truly called by God do what is in their hearts regardless of recognition or status.
#259
Tuesday · 8 min
1 Samuel 22: Friends in a Cave
1 Samuel 22 shows David gathering a loyal community in the cave of Adullam while Saul’s jealousy and Doeg’s betrayal bring tragedy to Nob, reminding us that godly leadership attracts and keeps people through humility, responsibility, and character.
#258
Monday · 9 min
1 Samuel 21: The Insanity Defense
1 Samuel 21 follows David as fear drives him to pretend to be insane in Gath, reminding us through Psalm 34 that fear is ultimately overcome not by human ingenuity or self-made defenses, but by seeking refuge in God.
#257
Sunday · 7 min
1 Samuel 20: The Dangerous Middle: DNA or Covenant
1 Samuel 20 places Jonathan between loyalty to his father, Saul, and his covenant with David, reminding us that when family ties conflict with obedience to God, we must choose the covenant over DNA.
#256
September 12 · 9 min
1 Samuel 19: New Harp or New Heart?
1 Samuel 19 reveals that while David’s harp could temporarily refresh Saul, it could not change a heart that Saul refused to examine, reminding us that when worship no longer moves us, the problem may not be the harp but an unchecked condition of the heart.
#255
September 11 · 8 min
1 Samuel 18: Navigating Toxic Relationships: Knowing About Familiar Spirits and Kindred Spirits
1 Samuel 18 contrasts Jonathan’s godly, covenant friendship with David and Saul’s toxic hostility toward him, reminding us to choose relationships carefully because the people we connect with can either fuel our wounds or strengthen our spiritual growth.
#254
September 10 · 10 min
1 Samuel 17: Who Will Stop the Advancement of Evil?
1 Samuel 17 shows how David’s courage stopped Goliath’s advancing threat, reminding us that evil will continue to advance unless people of conviction stand on God’s Word and run toward the battle rather than away from it.
#253
September 9 · 9 min
1 Samuel 16: The Danger of Confidently Accepting What God Has Adamantly Rejected
1 Samuel 16 warns us against trusting our own perceptions instead of God’s voice, as Samuel nearly anoints Eliab because of his appearance until God reminds him that He sees the heart and that what people confidently accept may be what God has rejected.
#252
September 8 · 7 min
1 Samuel 15: Swordless Hands
1 Samuel 15 reveals the danger of Saul’s feigned obedience as he refuses to completely remove what God commanded him to destroy, reminding us that some battles require a sword of decisive obedience rather than the appearance of worship.
#251
September 7 · 9 min
1 Samuel 14: Meeting at the Pomegranate Tree or Moving Into Battle
1 Samuel 14 contrasts Saul and 600 men sitting under a pomegranate tree with Jonathan and his armor bearer advancing on their hands and knees, showing how prayer-filled courage can break through fear and inspire others to join the battle.
#250
September 6 · 9 min
1 Samuel 13: Failing the Minneapolis Test
1 Samuel 13 shows Saul failing a test of truth and obedience when he refuses to take responsibility for disobeying God, reminding us that confession matters because lies and excuses can cost us the future God intends for us.
#249
September 5 · 8 min
1 Samuel 12: The Merciful Thunderstorm
1 Samuel 12 shows Israel confessing its sin of choosing a king instead of God, and God responds with an unexpected thunderstorm that demonstrates His mercy and reminds His people that even after a wrong decision, repentance can open the heavens to grace.
#248
September 4 · 9 min
1 Samuel 11: The Stare of the Snake
1 Samuel 11 shows how Saul, empowered by the Spirit of God, broke the grip of fear and intimidation over Jabesh-gilead and reminds us that the Holy Spirit can equip us in a moment to accomplish what years of experience and education could never guarantee.
#247
September 3 · 7 min
1 Samuel 10: Flasks and Horns
1 Samuel 10 contrasts Saul’s man-made flask anointing with David’s God-given horn anointing, raising questions about whether Saul was truly chosen by God or merely accepted by the people and reminding us not to dismiss voices that challenge popular opinion.
#246
September 2 · 7 min
1 Samuel 9: Gifts and Character
1 Samuel 9 introduces Saul as a gifted and impressive man whose height and appearance elevated him to a position of leadership, but his story demonstrates that gifts can gain a position while only godly character can sustain it.
#245
September 1 · 8 min
1 Samuel 8: Minister’s Kids
1 Samuel 8 reveals how Samuel’s ungodly sons influenced Israel’s demand for a king, challenging ministry leaders to prioritize their homes and model faithfulness to their children.
#244
August 31 · 7 min
1 Samuel 7: Israel Would Win in Battle When They Were Right with God
1 Samuel 7 shows Israel defeating the Philistines not through the ark or military strength, but through repentance, the removal of idols, prayer, and a restored relationship with God.
#243
August 30 · 9 min
1 Samuel 6: They Had Seven Months with God and Wanted Nothing to Do with Him
1 Samuel 6 shows the Philistines rejecting God’s presence after seven months of experiencing His power, while the people of Beth-shemesh likewise treated His holiness with contempt, revealing the danger of refusing to respond to God with reverence and surrender.

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