“This water is as precious as the blood of these men11:19 Hebrew Shall I drink the lifeblood of these men? who risked their lives to bring it to me.”
Lord God my Father,
May I understand precious from the dedication spirit of David and offer the most sacred thoughts and actions to you.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
“No, my brothers! Don’t be selfish with what the Lord has given us. He has kept us safe and helped us defeat the band of raiders that attacked us.
Lord God my Father,
Keep my heart pure, remove my selfish ways and give me your heart to love others as you do.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
No!” David said. “Don’t kill him. For who can remain innocent after attacking the Lord’s anointed one? 10Surely the Lord will strike Saul down someday, or he will die of old age or in battle. 11The Lord forbid that I should kill the one he has anointed! But take his spear and that jug of water beside his head, and then let’s get out of here!”
The Lord has done this to you today because you refused to carry out his fierce anger against the Amalekites.
So now I can walk in your presence, O God,in your life-giving light.
Lord God my Father,
Guide my heart to do your will, keep me from having my way above your desire.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Saul hunted him day after day, but God didn’t let Saul find him.
She bowed low to the ground and responded, “I, your servant, would be happy to marry David. I would even be willing to become a slave, washing the feet of his servants!”
Lord God my Father,
Protect and guide me this day and may I serve you well.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
My heart is confident in you, O God;my heart is confident.No wonder I can sing your praises!
Lord God my Father,
You are my confidence, help my heart to accept without doubt that with you anything is possible.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
“You come to me with sword, spear, and javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies
23But on the way to Naioth in Ramah the Spirit of God came even upon Saul, and he, too, began to prophesy all the way to Naioth! 24He tore off his clothes and lay naked on the ground all day and all night, prophesying in the presence of Samuel. The people who were watching exclaimed, “What? Is even Saul a prophet?”
Lord God my Father,
Come upon me in your powerful way and restore me to your desire for me. Protect me from distraction and may I bring you glory this day.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
And the Lord sent you on a mission and told you, ‘Go and completely destroy the sinners, the Amalekites, until they are all dead.’ 19Why haven’t you obeyed the Lord? Why did you rush for the plunder and do what was evil in the Lord’s sight?”
“What is more pleasing to the Lord:your burnt offerings and sacrificesor your obedience to his voice?
The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”
Lord God my Father,
Make my heart hard from distraction, I wish to only pursue you mission, help me to see as you see and have a faith filled with your courage.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
“Perhaps the Lord will help us, for nothing can hinder the Lord. He can win a battle whether he has many warriors or only a few!”7“Do what you think is best,” the armor bearer replied. “I’m with you completely, whatever you decide.”
Lord God my Father,
Remove my desire and replace it with your truth. May I use your wisdom in all my actions and slay the enemy within so I can be at peace in all things.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
Meanwhile, Samuel grew up in the presence of the Lord.
But Eli’s sons wouldn’t listen to their father, for the Lord was already planning to put them to death.
Lord God my Father,
Keep me close, Hold my spirit in your hands and keep me close so I may seek you in all things.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen
“Oh, that you would bless me and expand my territory! Please be with me in all that I do, and keep me from all trouble and pain!” And God granted him his request.
Lord God my Father,
Bless me with ability and help me expand your blessing in all that you have given me. Keep my heart under your guidance and my spirit humble.
In Jesus name I pray,
Amen