Farewell

Joshua’s retirement speech - Joshua 23:1 – 23:8 (commentary)

In this passage we find Joshua’s retirement speech. His long life started in Egyptian bondage and ended in a worship service in the Promised Land. He had been used to lead Israel in defeating the enemy, conquering the land, and claiming the promised inheritance. He is now approac …

Transfer from Samuel to Saul - I Samuel 12:1 – 12:5 (commentary)

In the opening verses of Chapter 12, Samuel gives his farewell speech as their Judge (vv. 1-2). He was a remarkable man, and now he is succeeded by Saul. He promises here to continue to intercede for the people and provide prophetic guidance. He asks the Israelites to point out a …