48-Lesson Bible Study: Judges through Chronicles (Four Quarters, NAS95)

This Bible study covers Judges, Ruth, 1 Samuel, 2 Samuel, 1 Kings, 2 Kings, 1 Chronicles, and 2 Chronicles over 48 lessons, divided into four quarters of 12 lessons each. Overlapping accounts in Kings and Chronicles are consolidated to ensure each event or theme is covered once, using the most detailed or thematically relevant passages with cross-references to parallel texts. Each lesson emphasizes God’s authority, the necessity of obedience to His word, and applications for Christian living under the New Testament pattern.

Quarter 1: Judges and Ruth – Cycles of Sin and God’s Providence

This quarter explores the period of the judges and the story of Ruth, highlighting Israel’s struggles with disobedience and God’s faithfulness.

Lesson 1: Introduction to Judges – The Cycle of Sin

• Scriptures: Judges 1:1–2:23 (NAS95)
• Focus: Israel’s failure to fully conquer Canaan and the recurring cycle of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance.
• Key Points: God remains faithful despite disobedience; complete obedience to His commands is essential.

Lesson 2: Deborah and Barak – Faith in Action

• Scriptures: Judges 4:1–5:31 (NAS95)
• Focus: Deborah’s leadership and Barak’s victory over Sisera.
• Key Points: God empowers those who trust Him; courage stems from faith.

Lesson 3: Gideon’s Call and Doubts

• Scriptures: Judges 6:1–40 (NAS95)
• Focus: Gideon’s call and God’s reassurance despite his hesitancy.
• Key Points: God is patient with human weakness; faith enables action on His word.

Lesson 4: Gideon’s Victory – God’s Strength

• Scriptures: Judges 7:1–25 (NAS95)
• Focus: Gideon’s defeat of Midian with 300 men.