Focus on the Bible - 1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart (Focus on the Bible Commentaries)

A great feast of biblical truth made so digestible, garnished with so many apt illustrations.

presents historical and theological material in a way that can only excite the expositor.

… readable and theologically reliable. This commentary is of value both as a book to be read and enjoyed and as a study book for preachers. It is excellent.

Enthusiasm for these commentaries is absolutely right. No preacher should be without them. No thoughtful Christian can fail to be excited and edified by them.

An excellent, crisp, lively exposition.

"A happy blend of exegetical and historical study on the one hand, and homiletical treatment and application on the other. Ideas pop out everywhere, even in the most unlikely places. New insights abound."

The most practical expository work that this reviewer has ever encountered.

This is the best expository commentary I have read in many years. It is comprehensive, up to date and easily read.

Davis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpretation and adds a pastor’s heart for personal application. You will find a point of contact with the lives of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan and David as Davis answers the question ‘What does God seek when he looks on the heart?’ Davis presents simple exposition of the literary and theological character of the text in a bright and fascinating way.

Dale Ralph Davis was Minister in Residence, First Presbyterian Church, Columbia, South Carolina. Prior to that he was pastor of Woodland Presbyterian Church, Hattiesburg, Mississippi and Professor of Old Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi.Respected Author and Old Testament Scholar