Introduction Text: 2 Samuel 1-3 – David reacts very differently to the news of Saul's death than the messenger assumed he would. A Common Thread He refused to celebrate the demise of his enemies (2 Samuel 1). He honored those who honored his enemies (2 Samuel 2:4-7). He refused to harbor a grudge against his enemies (2 Samuel … [Read more...]
It will be worth it, 1 Samuel 26
Introduction Text: 1 Samuel 26 – Saul again pursues David, and David again refrains from killing Saul, despite being given another opportunity. Déjà vu David initiates this incident. David faces a more insidious temptation. David's faith seems stronger in that he has additional context to understand the sovereignty of God. David seems … [Read more...]
The Dangerous Voice, 1 Samuel 24
Introduction Text: 1 Samuel 24 – David given an opportunity to kill Saul in a cave where he and his men were hiding. Responding to mistreatment Cultivate a Biblically-informed conscience (1 Samuel 24:4-5, Romans 2:15, 1 Corinthians 4:4, 1 Timothy 1:5). Maintain a proper respect for authority (1 Samuel 24:6-8, Romans 13:1-2). Be so … [Read more...]
Swords, Cities, Caves, Fortresses, and the Only True Asylum
Introduction Text: 1 Samuel 21-22 – David on the run from Saul. On the run David seeks supplies and a sword from the priests of Nob (21:1-9). David tries to find anonymity in the Philistine city of Gath (21:10-15). David retreats to an isolated cave in Adullum (22:1-2). David flees to a defensible fortress in Moab (22:3-4). Storm … [Read more...]