Friday, April 5, 2024
There are a couple of themes in this passage that point to the importance of not just praying to God but listening for God’s response and acting accordingly. Saul is facing a battle with the Philistine army and is overwhelmed by that prospect. He seeks God’s guidance but doesn’t hear God’s response or at least doesn’t like… Read more
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Perhaps you’ve heard the saying, “You’ve got to pick your battles wisely.” Often when that’s spoken, it’s referring to an argument, disagreement, or tough conversation that must be had. “Picking your battles” refers to the amount of time and energy you’re willing to spend working through it or trying to seek change in a situation. Read more
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
“David asked the Lord, Should I go and attack them? Yes, go and save Keilah, David asked the Lord, “Should I go and attack them?” “Yes, go and save Keilah,” the Lord told him. But David’s men said, “We’re afraid even here in Judah. We certainly don’t want to go to Keilah to fight the whole… Read more
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Standing up for what is right is not always easy. It can be especially hard when doing so involves standing up to someone very close to us. In our reading today, Jonathan discovers just how difficult this truly can be. King Saul has grown jealous of his son Jonathan’s best friend David. And Saul means… Read more