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1 Samuel 20-21

Proverbs 15:1-29

WEEKEND REFLECTION

This week we read part of the tragedy that is Saul’s life and legacy. All through his life we can see that he did not trust in the Lord with his whole heart. At one point, Samuel rebukes Saul for disobeying the Lord. He said: “To obey is better than sacrifice.” – 1 Samuel 15:22 

Why does God delight in our obedience, more than in our religious ceremonies, etc.? There are many reasons, but paramount among them is that our obedience demonstrates that we fear the Lord. We bow the knee to his sovereign authority in our lives and trust him in the way he directs us. This is what Saul failed to do. He thought he knew better. Saul thought he could make his own way, and worship on his own terms and in his own way. 

As we can see from 1 Samuel, Saul was wrong. And we will be too if we follow his example. May we not make his mistake, and instead trust in the Lord with all of our hearts. 

PRAY

For the month of June 2024, we will be using meditations on Psalm 23:1-2 for our prayer guide each day.

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

“The LORD” – Meditate upon to whom it is you are addressing your prayers. The LORD, the almighty, everlasting, maker, and sustainer of all creation!

“is my” – Meditate upon the truth that you can personally call upon and have loving fellowship with this great and awesome God.

“shepherd” – Meditate upon God’s loving care and grace in your life. As a shepherd cares for, protects, feeds, and guides his sheep, so your God care for you. And Christ calls himself the “Good Shepherd” who laid down his life for his sheep (John 10:11-18).

You can also take some time bring these things before the Lord. 

• Confess your sins. 
• The Lost 
• Your Needs 

SING

We Will Feast in the House of Zion - Keith & Kristyn Getty, Sandra McCracken