Mercy Spares the King, Love Completes Redemption
What to notice today
David twice has the opportunity to kill Saul but chooses mercy instead, recognizing that vengeance belongs to God alone—a pattern that finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus's finished work on the cross. In John 17–21, Jesus completes His mission through death and resurrection, securing eternal life for all who believe, while the Psalms remind us that true greatness lies not in self-promotion but in childlike trust in God's care.
Today's Quiz
In 1 Samuel 26, what does David take from Saul's camp to prove he could have killed him?
What does Saul say happened at Endor when the medium brought up Samuel's spirit?
In John 17, what does Jesus say eternal life consists of?
When you have opportunity to harm or take revenge on someone who has wronged you, what would it look like to follow David's example of restraint and trust in God's justice rather than your own?
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