1 Samuel 16-31

The Forgotten (ch 16)

Samuel must get over the loss of Saul

The Forgotten (ch 16) Samuel must get over the loss of Saul God sends him to anoint one of Jesse’s sons

The Forgotten (ch 16) Samuel must get over the loss of Saul God sends him to anoint one of Jesse’s sons ▫Rightfully afraid of Saul’s wrath

The Forgotten (ch 16) Samuel must get over the loss of Saul God sends him to anoint one of Jesse’s sons ▫Rightfully afraid of Saul’s wrath ▫Goes undercover by taking a sacrifice

The Forgotten (ch 16) Samuel must get over the loss of Saul God sends him to anoint one of Jesse’s sons ▫Rightfully afraid of Saul’s wrath ▫Goes undercover by taking a sacrifice Samuel gets caught up with looks

The Forgotten (ch 16) Samuel must get over the loss of Saul God sends him to anoint one of Jesse’s sons ▫Rightfully afraid of Saul’s wrath ▫Goes undercover by taking a sacrifice Samuel gets caught up with looks ▫God reminds him that there is more than just appearance (16:7)

The Forgotten (ch 16)

The unlikely candidate

The Forgotten (ch 16) The unlikely candidate ▫No one even bothers to get David from the field

The Forgotten (ch 16) The unlikely candidate ▫No one even bothers to get David from the field ▫“He is the one”

The Forgotten (ch 16) The unlikely candidate ▫No one even bothers to get David from the field ▫“He is the one” Samuel anoints him with oil

The Forgotten (ch 16) The unlikely candidate ▫No one even bothers to get David from the field ▫“He is the one” Samuel anoints him with oil ▫Prior to Saul and David, anointing was only for the Priests

The Forgotten (ch 16) The unlikely candidate ▫No one even bothers to get David from the field ▫“He is the one” Samuel anoints him with oil ▫Prior to Saul and David, anointing was only for the Priests ▫Symbolic of the Spirit of Yahweh

The Forgotten (ch 16) The unlikely candidate ▫No one even bothers to get David from the field ▫“He is the one” Samuel anoints him with oil ▫Prior to Saul and David, anointing was only for the Priests ▫Symbolic of the Spirit of Yahweh ▫Marks that he is set apart for a specific office by Yahweh

Saul’s Mental Issues

Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him.

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit ▫Demonic forces

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit ▫Demonic forces ▫Also interpreted “injurious” or “bad” spirit, could denote “bad mood” or “gloomy outlook”

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit ▫Demonic forces ▫Also interpreted “injurious” or “bad” spirit, could denote “bad mood” or “gloomy outlook” This is a direct result of his unrepentant heart

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit ▫Demonic forces ▫Also interpreted “injurious” or “bad” spirit, could denote “bad mood” or “gloomy outlook” This is a direct result of his unrepentant heart Stark Contrast (v 13-14):

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit ▫Demonic forces ▫Also interpreted “injurious” or “bad” spirit, could denote “bad mood” or “gloomy outlook” This is a direct result of his unrepentant heart Stark Contrast (v 13-14): ▫Saul: lost the Spirit of God–declining

Saul’s Mental Issues Not only did the Spirit of Yahweh leave Saul but also an “evil” spirit came upon him. “Evil” Spirit ▫Demonic forces ▫Also interpreted “injurious” or “bad” spirit, could denote “bad mood” or “gloomy outlook” This is a direct result of his unrepentant heart Stark Contrast (v 13-14): ▫Saul: lost the Spirit of God–declining ▫David: received the Spirit of God—rising in power

Saul’s Mental Issues

David is a well known musician

Saul’s Mental Issues David is a well known musician Enlisted to soothe Saul’s mood

Saul’s Mental Issues David is a well known musician Enlisted to soothe Saul’s mood He brings relief

Chapters 17-22

David’s faith and fight (ch 17)

Chapters David’s faith and fight (ch 17) David’s foe and flight (ch 18-22)

Chapters David’s faith and fight (ch 17) David’s foe and flight (ch 18-22) David’s friend for life (ch 18-20)

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17)

Goliath Stats

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion”

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches ▫Armor weighed about 200 pounds

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches ▫Armor weighed 200 pounds People’s Response: Fear

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches ▫Armor weighed 200 pounds People’s Response: Fear David’s eyes: Goliath is not a giant BUT an idol worshipper who opposes God (v 26)

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches ▫Armor weighed 200 pounds People’s Response: Fear David’s eyes: Goliath is not a giant BUT an idol worshipper who opposes God (v 26) David’s opposition

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches ▫Armor weighed 200 pounds People’s Response: Fear David’s eyes: Goliath is not a giant BUT an idol worshipper who opposes God (v 26) David’s opposition ▫Brother: you’re conceited

David’s Faith and Fight (ch 17) Goliath Stats ▫“champion” ▫9 foot 9 inches ▫Armor weighed 200 pounds People’s Response: Fear David’s eyes: Goliath is not a giant BUT an idol worshipper who opposes God (v 26) David’s opposition ▫Brother: you’re conceited ▫Saul: you’re too young

David’s Faith and Fight (Ch 17) He focuses on God’s power rather than Goliath’s potential for harm

David’s Faith and Fight (Ch 17) He focuses on God’s power rather than Goliath’s potential for harm He prepares for present plight by remembering God’s past protection

David’s Faith and Fight (Ch 17) He focuses on God’s power rather than Goliath’s potential for harm He prepares for present plight by remembering God’s past protection Wages war in the name of the Lord

David’s Faith and Fight (Ch 17) He focuses on God’s power rather than Goliath’s potential for harm He prepares for present plight by remembering God’s past protection Wages war in the name of the Lord He runs boldly into battle

David’s Faith and Fight (Ch 17) He focuses on God’s power rather than Goliath’s potential for harm He prepares for present plight by remembering God’s past protection Wages war in the name of the Lord He runs boldly into battle One stone—one man of faith—one living God …battle won!

Comp 11: David’s Fight and Faith What do you fear? Where is your focus? Are you seeing things with man’s eyes or God’s eyes? What would your fear look like through God’s eyes? How specifically can you remember God’s protection in the midst of fear? What will you do to remind yourself? How are you fighting what you fear? What would running into battle look like in terms of your struggles or fears?

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22)

Saul goes from pleased to plotting.

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice ▫12:afraid of David

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice ▫12:afraid of David ▫13:sent David away

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice ▫12:afraid of David ▫13:sent David away ▫15:dread, afraid of David’s success

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice ▫12:afraid of David ▫13:sent David away ▫15:dread, afraid of David’s success ▫20, 24:plotting

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice ▫12:afraid of David ▫13:sent David away ▫15:dread, afraid of David’s success ▫20, 24:plotting ▫28:more afraid

David’s Foe and Flight (ch 18-22) Saul goes from pleased to plotting. What’s the progression? Chapter 18 ▫6:popularity with the people ▫7: people praise David more, jealousy ▫8:angry ▫9:suspicious, jealous eye ▫11:tries to kill him…twice ▫12:afraid of David ▫13:sent David away ▫15:dread, afraid of David’s success ▫20, 24:plotting ▫28:more afraid ▫29:foes and David is in flight

What can we learn from Saul?

Jealousy:

What can we learn from Saul? Jealousy: ▫Is a slippery slope

What can we learn from Saul? Jealousy: ▫Is a slippery slope ▫Starts with seeking others’ status

What can we learn from Saul? Jealousy: ▫Is a slippery slope ▫Starts with seeking others’ status ▫Is self-focused and self-serving

What can we learn from Saul? Jealousy: ▫Is a slippery slope ▫Starts with seeking others’ status ▫Is self-focused and self-serving ▫Spirals into sin and sorrow

Friend for Life

Jonathan’s faithful friendship

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1 ▫3 ▫4 Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1 ▫4 ▫5

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1loved David as himself ▫3 ▫4 Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1 ▫4 ▫5

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1loved David as himself ▫3made a covenant with David ▫4 Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1 ▫4 ▫5

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1loved David as himself ▫3made a covenant with David ▫4gave David huge gifts symbolic of his defering to David’s right to be king Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1 ▫4 ▫5

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1loved David as himself ▫3made a covenant with David ▫4gave David huge gifts symbolic of his defering to David’s right to be king Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1fond of David, warns him of Saul’s plan ▫4 ▫5

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1loved David as himself ▫3made a covenant with David ▫4gave David huge gifts symbolic of his defering to David’s right to be king Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1fond of David, warns him of Saul’s plan ▫4spoke well of David to Saul ▫5

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 18:1-5 ▫1loved David as himself ▫3made a covenant with David ▫4gave David huge gifts symbolic of his defering to David’s right to be king Chapter 19:1-7 ▫1fond of David, warns him of Saul’s plan ▫4spoke well of David to Saul ▫5tried to convince him not to kill David

Friend for Life

Jonathan’s faithful friendship

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42 ▫16 ▫17 ▫34 ▫41 ▫42

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42 ▫16confirms his covenant with David ▫17 ▫34 ▫41 ▫42

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42 ▫16confirms his covenant with David ▫17reaffirm oaths, loved him as himself ▫34 ▫41 ▫42

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42 ▫16confirms his covenant with David ▫17reaffirm oaths, loved him as himself ▫34stood up for David against his father ▫41 ▫42

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42 ▫16confirms his covenant with David ▫17reaffirm oaths, loved him as himself ▫34stood up for David against his father ▫41 warned David of his father’s plot, shows affection for each other ▫42

Friend for Life Jonathan’s faithful friendship Chapter 20:1-42 ▫16confirms his covenant with David ▫17reaffirm oaths, loved him as himself ▫34stood up for David against his father ▫41 warned David of his father’s plot, shows affection for each other ▫42swears affection and protection of descendents

Hesed חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” Covenant relationship of fierce loyalty חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” Covenant relationship of fierce loyalty God’s relationship with his people חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” Covenant relationship of fierce loyalty God’s relationship with his people ▫Grace of God that allows us to have a relationship with Him חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” Covenant relationship of fierce loyalty God’s relationship with his people ▫Grace of God that allows us to have a relationship with Him ▫Commitment on our part: faithful service and obedience חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” Covenant relationship of fierce loyalty God’s relationship with his people ▫Grace of God that allows us to have a relationship with Him ▫Commitment on our part: faithful service and obedience It’s an action not just a nice thought! חֶ ֥ סֶד

Hesed Hesed- “loyalty, faithfulness, kindness, love, mercy” Covenant relationship of fierce loyalty God’s relationship with his people ▫Grace of God that allows us to have a relationship with Him ▫Commitment on our part: faithful service and obedience It’s an action not just a nice thought! David and Jonathan’s hesed relationship חֶ ֥ סֶד

What do we learn from Jonathan?

A faithful friend

What do we learn from Jonathan? A faithful friend ▫Promises faithfulness in the Lord

What do we learn from Jonathan? A faithful friend ▫Promises faithfulness in the Lord ▫Purposes with the other for the Lord’s plans

What do we learn from Jonathan? A faithful friend ▫Promises faithfulness in the Lord ▫Purposes with the other for the Lord’s plans ▫Protects and pursues the other’s well being

What do we learn from Jonathan? A faithful friend ▫Promises faithfulness in the Lord ▫Purposes with the other for the Lord’s plans ▫Protects and pursues the other’s well being ▫Passionately loves and cares for each other

What do we learn from Jonathan? A faithful friend ▫Promises faithfulness in the Lord ▫Purposes with the other for the Lord’s plans ▫Protects and pursues the other’s well being ▫Passionately loves and cares for each other Does this describe you?

Comp 23: Jonathan Are you on Saul’s slippery slope of jealousy that leads to sin and sorrow? If so, how can you stop, seek the Lord, and serve Him? Are you a Jonathan? Are you a faithful friend—in all circumstances?  Promises faithfulness in the Lord  Purposes with the other for the Lord’s plans  Protects and pursues the other’s well being  Passionately loves and cares for each other If not, why not? How are you challenged or encouraged by David and Jonathan’s example? How can you show Hessed to someone this week? Be specific. Pray for your friendships. Is there someone that you need to talk to today and reconcile with? DO IT!

Heart of David & Character of God

David

Heart of David & Character of God David ▫Remembers Him

Heart of David & Character of God David ▫Remembers Him ▫Requests of Him

Heart of David & Character of God David ▫Remembers Him ▫Requests of Him ▫Rests in Him

Heart of David & Character of God God

Heart of David & Character of God God ▫He is in the details

Heart of David & Character of God God ▫He is in the details ▫His timing is perfect

Heart of David & Character of God God ▫He is in the details ▫His timing is perfect ▫He is over ALL things

Heart of David & Character of God God ▫He is in the details ▫His timing is perfect ▫He is over ALL things ▫All things belong to Him

C.S. Lewis “There are two kinds of people in the end: those who say to God, ‘Thy will be done,’ and those to whom God says, in the end, ‘Thy will be done.’ All that are in Hell, choose it. Without that self- choice there could be no Hell. No soul that seriously and constantly desires joy will ever will it. Those who seek find. To those who knock it is opened.”

David & Saul’s Differences David and Saul illustrate the two people in the quote.

David & Saul’s Differences David and Saul illustrate the two people in the quote. ▫David shows what happens to a person who responds to God’s call and begins the process of transformation.

David & Saul’s Differences David and Saul illustrate the two people in the quote. ▫David shows what happens to a person who responds to God’s call and begins the process of transformation. ▫Saul shows the natural consequences of refusing God’s call (rejecting Him)

David & Saul’s Differences

▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord ▫Listened to the Lord Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord ▫Listened to the Lord ▫Followed the Lord Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord ▫Listened to the Lord ▫Followed the Lord Saul ▫Didn’t ask/quit asking the Lord ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord ▫Listened to the Lord ▫Followed the Lord Saul ▫Didn’t ask/quit asking the Lord ▫Listened to the people ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord ▫Listened to the Lord ▫Followed the Lord Saul ▫Didn’t ask/quit asking the Lord ▫Listened to the people ▫Followed the people ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One listened to the people and the other listened to the Lord David ▫Asked the Lord ▫Listened to the Lord ▫Followed the Lord Saul ▫Didn’t ask/quit asking the Lord ▫Listened to the people ▫Followed the people ▫We need to evaluate the advice/information we get from the people/culture around us with God’s Word, or we’ll follow their voices, and find destruction

David & Saul’s Differences

▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational ▫Not self-seeking/serving Saul ▫.

En Gedi

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One stewarded his life as an extension of his own hand and heart; the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart. David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational ▫Not self-seeking/serving ▫Refused to be against Saul no matter what he did Saul ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational ▫Not self-seeking/serving ▫Refused to be against Saul no matter what he did Saul ▫Self-serving and plotting evil ▫.

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational ▫Not self-seeking/serving ▫Refused to be against Saul no matter what he did Saul ▫Self-serving and plotting evil ▫Manipulative

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational ▫Not self-seeking/serving ▫Refused to be against Saul no matter what he did Saul ▫Self-serving and plotting evil ▫Manipulative ▫Uses his power for his gain and influence

David & Saul’s Differences ▫One used his life as an extension of his own hand and heart (selfish desires); the other as an extension of the Lord’s hand and heart (God’s will). David ▫Respected authority ▫Humble ▫Confrontational ▫Not self-seeking/serving ▫Refused to be against Saul no matter what he did Saul ▫Self-serving and plotting evil ▫Manipulative ▫Uses his power for his gain and influence ▫When I stretch out my hand, is it an instrument of GOD’s hand or my heart (selfish desires)?