Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

Samuel 1:19b - Michal Saves David and Saul Joins the Prophets

Michal helps David escape her father's wrath during the night. but she cowardly refuses to defend her husband when Saul confronts her.  The chapter ends with Saul's spiritual encounter with God, giving him another chance to choose a path of peace and reconciliation.

Samuel 1:19a - Jonathan Tries to Patch Things Up

Jonathan attempts to convince his father not to hurt David, and for a short time it seems as if he might succeed.  But one military victory for David brings Saul back to his state of jealousy and rage.

Samuel 1:18b - David Marries In

David becomes the son-in-law of King Saul, while Saul schemes against David.

Samuel 1:18a - Saul and His Thousands, David and His Tens of Thousands

Saul's lack of humility leads to his suspicions about David. Despite having every opportunity to graciously hand over leadership to David Saul takes the low road to jealousy.

Samuel 1:17d - David Defeats Goliath

David uses his strengths to exploit Goliath's weaknesses and he defeats the giant.  Saul sees David's greatness, and now has to choose whether he will look at David as a threat or as a future successor.

Samuel 1:17c - The David and Goliath Encounter

Goliath and David throw taunts at each other, Goliath appeals to his gods, while David declares with humility that his success will come from the God of Israel.

Samuel 1:17b - David Comes to the Battlefield

Sent by his father to bring a "care package" to his brothers, David comes to the battlefield and stirs up some trouble.

Samuel 1:17a - Goliath Challenges Israel

Saul leads the troops to battle the Philistines, and the Israelite army is taunted by a giant warrior named Goliath of Gath.

Samuel 1:16b - David’s Plays the Harp for Saul

Saul is feeling insecure and depressed, and his advisors send for David to play music for the king.

Samuel 1:16a - The Shepherd Son is Chosen

God sends Samuel on a clandestine mission to Bethlehem in a search for a new king.  The youngest son of Jesse is identified, and we are first introduced to the future king, David.