Bible Blog 277

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...

Bible Blog 276

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...

Bible Blog 275

Today I read 1 Samuel 25, about David, Nabal and Abigail. David almost destroyed Nabal and the males of his household but Abigail intervened and saved everyone.  Today I considered that a wise woman can sometimes stop a battle. Peace, Almost Battle, and Marriage David...

Bible Blog 274

Today I read 1 Samuel 24, in which David spares Saul’s when Saul went into a cave to relieve himself and Saul went home. Today I considered that Saul was still anointed even though he acted with evil intentions toward David. Not everyone that has been anointed acts...

Bible Blog 273

Today I read 1 Samuel 23, in which David goes to Keilah to fight the Philistines but has to leave to avoid Saul. Today I considered that saving someone does not mean they will protect you, and God can hide you or help you avoid your enemies. Not Trusting the Saved...

Bible Blog 272

Today I read 1 Samuel 22, in which David’s flight from Saul continues with family and others joining him in Adullam. Ahimelech’s son also joined David’s group after Saul had Ahimelech’s family killed. Today I considered that sometimes when we are fleeing we also need...