Theme: Restraint, honor, and trusting God’s timing.
Key Scripture: “May the LORD judge between you and me, and may the LORD take vengeance on you for me, but my hand will never be against you.” (1 Samuel 24:12, CSB)
Key Lessons:
Restraint is strength – Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.
Honor those in authority – Even when they are wrong, God calls us to act with integrity.
Wait on God’s timing – Promotion comes from the Lord, not by forcing circumstances.
God vindicates His own – David trusted God to handle Saul rather than taking revenge.
Journal Prompts:
When have I been tempted to take matters into my own hands instead of waiting on God?
How do I respond to people in authority when they are unfair or harmful?
What does this chapter teach me about humility and trusting God’s process for my life?
Am I willing to let God fight my battles even when I could fight for myself?