Tag: 1 Samuel

  • Hospitable Me

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    In the ancient Near East, where many people wandered from place to place, if strangers were not a threat, the host was expected to welcome them as guests. Nabal refuses to extend hospitality to David until God intervenes…

  • Greatest of All Kings

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    Yesterday’s and today’s stories portray David’s nobility and magnanimous nature. This is clearly indicated in the sparing of Saul’s life, not once but twice. The greatest king we’ve ever had must have a supernobel mind, right?

  • When do Bible heroes go to the bathroom?

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    Much could be said about why David chose not to harm Saul when he had the chance. But the one phrase that really caught my attention is a little off-topic: “He came to a cave close to some sheep pens by the road and went in to relieve himself.” The future king of Israel taking…

  • Praise the Holy One

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    Hannah is mocked by her fellow wife because she can’t get pregnant and her husband (Elkanah) keeps talking about himself: “Am I not more to you than ten sons?” Please check out my sermon outline on that one.