The books of Samuel focus on the lives of three men: Samuel, Saul, and
David. They are first seen as individuals rising in their respective
careers. As time passes, their lives more frequently interact and become
interwined with each other.J. Carl Laney covers these two books section
by section, often pausing to clear up a difficult passage that would
mean trouble to the reader. This volume is complete with many maps that
prove to be an invaluable aid to the reader in helping him to plot out
where the action of a particular chapter is taking place.Dr. Laney helps
the reader to understand the anguish and agony David experienced as a
result of the division of his household and the rebellion of his son
Absalom. We can see how Saul met his ultimate downfall as king because
of his reliance upon outside sources for guidance instead of implicitly
trusting in the Lord. One also sees the godly Samuel who, nevertheless,
was unable to keep his own household in order. Contemporary lessons are
plentiful in these two Bible books and available to those who take the
time to study their truths.