When Saul realized that the Lord was with David and that his daughter Michal loved David, Saul became still more afraid of him, and he remained his enemy the rest of his days. (1 Samuel 18:28-29 NIV) The story of battle that David is usually known for is his tussle with Goliath, but the real […]
Read More Sam’s 1st Epic 18 – Saul vs David: The Battle BeginsAll those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the Lord saves; for the battle is the Lord ’s, and he will give all of you into our hands.” (1 Samuel 17:47 NIV) Part of what makes a contest of such interest is the build up. Two opposing forces […]
Read More Sam’s 1st Epic 17 – A Matter of PerspectiveSo Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the Lord came powerfully upon David. Samuel then went to Ramah. Now the Spirit of the Lord had departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the Lord tormented him. (1 […]
Read More Sam’s 1st Epic 16 – Man with the SpiritThe one who guards a fig tree will eat its fruit, and whoever protects their master will be honored. (Proverbs 27:18 NIV) Among the positive things to say about David the king of Israel is his incredible loyalty to his predecessor King Saul. It’s incredible because to be hounded by your boss because of their […]
Read More 16MTP 27 – Protected by Loyalty
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