Saddleback Kids – David and Goliath
Saddleback Kids – David and Goliath
The Bible in a Year – Day 110 – David and Goliath
Today we read the epic story of how David defeats Goliath, a giant Philistine warrior. Fr. Mike points out that David’s heroic courage in this battle came from David’s faithfulness to God and to the small tasks entrusted to him as a shepherd. We learn that when we are faithful and courageous in small matters, we can face the giants in our bigger battles. Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 17 and Psalm 12.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 111 – Saul Tries to Kill David
Fr. Mike contrasts Jonathan’s brotherly friendship with David, and Saul’s bitterness and envy towards David. We also learn from Psalm 59 that David still praised God in his distress as Saul tried to kill him. Today we read 1 Samuel 18-19 and Psalm 59.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 112 – True Friendship
Fr. Mike zeroes in on the deep friendship between Jonathan and David and the enduring power of their brotherly bond. He breaks down the different kinds of friendship according to Greek philosophy, and points out how true and virtuous friendship is so rare and special. Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 20 and Psalm 142.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 113 – Broken Trust
In today’s readings, we learn how Doeg the Edomite betrayed David, the priests, and the Lord. Fr. Mike explains that betrayal is painful because our hearts are deeply wounded when trust is broken. Today we read 1 Samuel 21-22 and Psalm 52.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 114 – David Saves Keilah
Fr. Mike explores the actions of David before saving the city of Keilah, and how he sets an example for us while discerning God’s will. He also points out how God is working constantly in our lives, even if we don’t see half of what he’s doing. Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 23 and Psalm 54.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 116 – David and Abigail
Fr. Mike reflects on the relationship between David and Abigail, and how the Lord calls David to be a better man through Abigail. Where has God put these types of relationships in our lives? Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 25 and Psalm 63.
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The Bible in a Year – Day 117 – Reverence & Faithfulness
Fr. Mike reveals how David exemplifies the virtues of reverence and faithfulness. David walks both as a man of faith and as a fallen son of God, but we continue to walk with him because we too are striving for a life with Christ. Today’s readings are 1 Samuel 26 and Psalm 56.
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