Then the Philistine said, "This day I defy the armies of Israel! Give me a man and let us fight each other." On hearing the Philistine's words, Saul and all the Israelites were dismayed and terrified. 1 Samuel 17:10-11 Enemies can be found nearly every place that a person goes. Very often there is an... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 24:6 Respecting All Leaders
He said to his men, "The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD's anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the LORD." 1 Samuel 24:6 Showing disrespect for someone else is a common sight to be seen or heard among most people.... Continue Reading →
2 Samuel 1:12 Weeping For The Fallen
They mourned and wept and fasted till evening for Saul and his son Jonathan, and for the army of the LORD and for the nation of Israel, because they had fallen by the sword. 2 Samuel 1:12 The Philistines and the Israelites had went to battle against each other. In the process of the battle... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 24:5-6 Striking Back
Afterward, David was conscience-stricken for having cut off a corner of his robe. He said to his men, "The LORD forbid that I should do such a thing to my master, the LORD's anointed, or lay my hand on him; for he is the anointed of the LORD." 1 Samuel 24:5-6 King Saul was set... Continue Reading →
1 Samuel 11:13 Turning The Focus To God
But Saul said, "No one will be put to death today, for this day the LORD has rescued Israel." 1 Samuel 11:13 When Saul was made king there were some men who despised him. They did not want him to be their king, but Saul kept quiet about it. Later the Ammonites started to attack... Continue Reading →