1 Samuel 13-17

PATIENCE: Our timing, versus God's timing. It is interesting that He is so patient with us, while drawing us to Him in a process that takes a lifetime...but then, like Saul, when we pray to Him we expect our answer on our terms and our timing. Where is our patience? Where is our trust?

OBEDIENCE: Then, on the one hand, "I did it my way"-Saul is taught that his way must be in alignment with God's way to receive God's blessing. We also see that obeying is of greater value than offerings. At the other extreme, David understands that all he needs is God to fight the battle. Two approaches, one leading to failure and one to victory. And we must understand that victory is the Lord's. 

Covid-19...we must turn to God in prayer! Whether a giant or a tiny "bug," it is only God who saves, and His timing is perfect.