God establishes Israel as a constitutional monarchy

In light of a crises the elders of Israel demand a King after their own heart. God responds by giving them over to their lusts. But, in the end the way is prepared for the true King of the Jews.

yahweh singlehandedly subdues both the Philistines and their gods, making way for revival in Israel.

God is defeated read the headlines. But, in his defeat, his children are delivered. Soon, his name would be vindicated.

the birth of Samuel to the barren Hannah retold and applied