First and Second Samuel are named after the man, Samuel, who transitioned Israel from the rule of the judges to the monarchy. Samuel anointed both Saul and David as the first two successive kings of Israel.
First Samuel can be outlined in this manner:
The lessons below concern themselves primarily with the life of David before he became king.
Hannah was grieved that she could bear no children. She turned to God for help. He answered prayer and Samuel was born.
God's choice of young David as the future king of Israel.
The story of David and Goliath.
This name of God is usually translated "The LORD Almighty" and appears in the Old Testament some 250 times. We discover the meaning of this name in the context of the David and Goliath story.
David had a strategic friendship in Jonathan, King Saul's son.
King Saul ended up trying to kill young David, God's choice as Saul's successor. David's attitude toward Saul is amazing.
This is the story of Abigail and her ill-tempered husband, Nabal. David plays an important part as well.
David didn't always fully follow the Lord. He and those around him suffered as a result.