While there are a few Psalms and other places in Scripture dealing with their relationship, the most prominent place to observe the relationship between these two men is 1 Samuel 15-31. The reader can see a definite shift in the narrative between 1 Samuel 15 and 16. Saul is rejected by the LORD in one chapter and the boy David is anointed by the Lord as the king to take his place. The readers of 1 Samuel are given clues to the rejection of Saul and the rise of David, but as the story played out in real-time it would have likely been far more jolting to David.
As I have read the Old Testament, I have been impressed with the teaching that blessings come as we follow the Lord by obeying...
Pastor Stuart McAlpine presents a sermon on Resurrection Sunday and helps us reflect on Luke 24:1-9 (ESV)
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the...
