by gatzntmy | Aug 9, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 1 Samuel 30, in which David smites the Amalekites that took their families away. Today I considered that leaders should think of others when they obtain great gain, especially those that ministered to them. Loss to Gain David and his men came home to the...
by gatzntmy | Aug 8, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 1 Samuel 29, in which the Philistines dismiss David from fighting against Israel. Today I considered that even distrust can protect God’s anointed. Protection From Distrust Some of the Philistines knew not to trust David and it protected him from joining...
by gatzntmy | Aug 7, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 1 Samuel 28, in which the Philistines gather to fight Israel and Saul consults the woman at Endor. Today I considered that disobedience can cause you to lose your blessing and sometimes your life. Despair at the Coming Loss A king knows he will lose a...
by gatzntmy | Aug 6, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 1 Samuel 27, in which David lives with the Philistines and lies about his activities so they trust him. Today I considered that David did whatever he thought he needed to do to take care of the people with him but never betrayed God’s chosen people he...
by gatzntmy | Aug 5, 2024 | Bible Blog
Today I read 1 Samuel 26, in which David spares Saul again when he could have killed Saul in his sleep. Today I considered that even if someone is delivered into our hands that does not mean we should take action against them. Choosing Not to Take Action David could...
