11You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.
May the Lord give us strength during these strange days
Is it just me, or was anyone else surprised that David was actually willingly a part of the Philistine army for some time? I never remember reading/or learning about that when I was younger. It’s amazing how the story of David and Saul is waved together.
I also love how God has control of the story because David doesn’t end up going against Israel with the Philistine army in the end…because the King of Gath finds favour in him, but the other rulers remember that he is an Israelite and are afraid he (David) might turn on them.
In some ways, I don’t understand the point of this passage…anyone able to shed some light on it?
I think the point of this passage is to show that even our heroes in the Bible, fall short of Gods glory. I think that this story is a warning in a way to us, in that, 1 Samuel 27:1, we see that David convinces himself to leave, as he believes in his heart that he will perish due to Saul. But this was all the works of his own fear, he did not bring this fear to Lord for guidance rather he took it into his own hands and therefore strayed pretty far from God.
And I don’t know about you but I am guilty of this every day! A fear pops into my head and before K even think about bringing it to the Lord I act on it. This is just the naive nature of the human heart I think. But this passage is a reminder that ultimately we might take things into our own hands, but, God remains in control.
And in this passage we see God remaining control at the end of chapter 29, where David is not allowed to fight the Israelites.
Not sure if that made sense! But that’s just how I see this:)
“6 The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.” I needed to hear this today. I have been sowing some seeds sparingly out of fear and uncertainty, but I need to remember that “God loves a cheerful giver” and just dive in sometimes in using my gifts!
I’m preparing to go in a missions trip this summer and 2 Corinthians 9:12 stuck out to me: 12 “For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God.” I need to remember that the time and effort spent on missions trips are for serving, but they are also about connecting and rejoicing with fellow believers in Christ.
Reading the 2 Corinthians passage today, in addition to the Proverbs readings, has been been so convicting to me. How am I spending my money, time and talents? Am I being a generous and cheerful giver, trusting in God, or am I holding back and only trusting in myself? I pray that the Lord will change my heart into one that trusts in him completely and gives generously and cheerfully!
I searched for a commentary on this passage of Samuel being called back. It was very helpful. It gave me lots of insight to how satan’s deceitfulness works through mediums. Still going on today! I would suggest that anyone who needs clarification do the same. It was very revealing :)
I’m very confused by the passage about Samuel’s…. Ghost I guess it is? Was it really his ghost? Could his sprit be called back, especially by a human? How does this all work?
there is a lot of reading on this online and in commentaries, but the general idea I get is that it’s not Samuel at all but an evil spirit impersonating Samuel.
I had always thought that God had allowed, just this once, for the women to actual speak with a “ghost” as he wanted to remind Saul of the fact that he had lost favor. But demons/evil spirits can still speak the truth so it would also be possible for it to have been one of those.
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11You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.
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11You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.
May the Lord give us strength during these strange days
God will provide if we just let go of things like finances and giving! It seems so simple but it feels so hard to do
7Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. -ellie
I am so glad that God is always in control.
Is it just me, or was anyone else surprised that David was actually willingly a part of the Philistine army for some time? I never remember reading/or learning about that when I was younger. It’s amazing how the story of David and Saul is waved together.
I also love how God has control of the story because David doesn’t end up going against Israel with the Philistine army in the end…because the King of Gath finds favour in him, but the other rulers remember that he is an Israelite and are afraid he (David) might turn on them.
In some ways, I don’t understand the point of this passage…anyone able to shed some light on it?
I think the point of this passage is to show that even our heroes in the Bible, fall short of Gods glory. I think that this story is a warning in a way to us, in that, 1 Samuel 27:1, we see that David convinces himself to leave, as he believes in his heart that he will perish due to Saul. But this was all the works of his own fear, he did not bring this fear to Lord for guidance rather he took it into his own hands and therefore strayed pretty far from God.
And I don’t know about you but I am guilty of this every day! A fear pops into my head and before K even think about bringing it to the Lord I act on it. This is just the naive nature of the human heart I think. But this passage is a reminder that ultimately we might take things into our own hands, but, God remains in control.
And in this passage we see God remaining control at the end of chapter 29, where David is not allowed to fight the Israelites.
Not sure if that made sense! But that’s just how I see this:)
“6 The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.” I needed to hear this today. I have been sowing some seeds sparingly out of fear and uncertainty, but I need to remember that “God loves a cheerful giver” and just dive in sometimes in using my gifts!
I’m preparing to go in a missions trip this summer and 2 Corinthians 9:12 stuck out to me: 12 “For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God.” I need to remember that the time and effort spent on missions trips are for serving, but they are also about connecting and rejoicing with fellow believers in Christ.
Reading the 2 Corinthians passage today, in addition to the Proverbs readings, has been been so convicting to me. How am I spending my money, time and talents? Am I being a generous and cheerful giver, trusting in God, or am I holding back and only trusting in myself? I pray that the Lord will change my heart into one that trusts in him completely and gives generously and cheerfully!
I searched for a commentary on this passage of Samuel being called back. It was very helpful. It gave me lots of insight to how satan’s deceitfulness works through mediums. Still going on today! I would suggest that anyone who needs clarification do the same. It was very revealing :)
I’m very confused by the passage about Samuel’s…. Ghost I guess it is? Was it really his ghost? Could his sprit be called back, especially by a human? How does this all work?
there is a lot of reading on this online and in commentaries, but the general idea I get is that it’s not Samuel at all but an evil spirit impersonating Samuel.
I had always thought that God had allowed, just this once, for the women to actual speak with a “ghost” as he wanted to remind Saul of the fact that he had lost favor. But demons/evil spirits can still speak the truth so it would also be possible for it to have been one of those.
This weirds me out too. I need to read more on the topic for clarity.
I’m really loving the story of Saul and David. It’s captivating!
Yes! It’s like a novel I can’t put down!
15 Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!
Each day, each blessing, each possession, each success. All glory is His. To God be all thanks.
6 The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.
Am I sowing bountifully believing that God’s grace will see me through the good work He has for me?
I think this passage is talking about actual giving and then being blessed by God for doing so.
Yes your correct Debbie! It’s very important to read in context :)