by Christian Education | Oct 4, 2020 | Love and Devotion to Others
Sunday, October 4 Saul Promises to Preserve David’s Life 1 Samuel 19:1-7 NRSV Saul heeded the voice of Jonathan; Saul swore, “As the Lord lives, he shall not be put to death.” 1 Samuel 19:6 Solomon’s intervention spared David from Saul’s wrath; and, God’s hand was in...
by Christian Education | Oct 3, 2020 | Love and Devotion to Others
Saturday, October 3 David Provides for Jonathan’s Son Mephibosheth 2 Samuel 9:1-10a NRSV David asked, “Is there still anyone left of the house of Saul to whom I may show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” 2 Samuel 9:1 The kindness you show today may be just what is needed...
by Christian Education | Oct 2, 2020 | Love and Devotion to Others
Friday, October 2 Jonathan Asserts David as Next King 1 Samuel 23:14-18 NRSV He said to him, “Do not be afraid; for the hand of my father Saul shall not find you; you shall be king over Israel, and I shall be second to you; my father Saul also knows that this is so.”...
by Christian Education | Oct 1, 2020 | Love and Devotion to Others
Thursday, October 1 Saul Jealous of and Fears David 1 Samuel 18:12-18 NRSV When Saul saw that he had great success, he stood in awe of him. 1 Samuel 18:15 Even those who intend us harm may find themselves in awe of what God does through us!...
by Christian Education | Sep 30, 2020 | Love and Devotion to Others
Wednesday, September 30 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MONTH David and Jonathan Bond Together 1 Samuel 18:1-5 NRSV Then Jonathan made a covenant with David, because he loved him as his own soul. 1 Samuel 18:3 Adversity has a way of revealing those we can really trust,...
by Christian Education | Sep 29, 2020 | Love and Devotion to Others
Tuesday, September 29 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION MONTH David Slays Philistine with a Stone 1 Samuel 17:41-51 NRSV So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone, striking down the Philistine and killing him; there was no sword in David’s hand. 1...
