Day 110 – Psalm 121, 123-125, 128-130
Talking Points These hymns are each labeled "A Song of Ascents," and are sometimes called the Pilgrim Songs. There are 15 such songs, and together, they form a songbook the…
Day 109 – 1 Samuel 28-31, Psalm 18
Talking Points Saul finds himself reaping the wages of his disobedience. He walks in opposition to God, even being told that the Lord is his adversary (28:15). Saul knows God…
Day 108 – Psalm 17, 35, 54, 63
Talking Points Faced with a malicious enemy, David turns to God. He seeks His comfort, help, and protection. We also see that he wants vindication and justice. David wants his…
Day 107 – 1 Samuel 25-27
Talking Points In a simple verse, it is recorded, "Then Samuel died..." It seems a little anti-climactic when you think about his life and service to the Lord. A life…
Day 106 – Psalm 56, 120, 140, 141, 142
Talking Points Again we see David's turmoil in dealing with the attacks of people. It becomes clear that words and slander are at least as upsetting as physical attacks and…
Day 105 – Psalms 7, 27, 31, 34, 52
Talking Points The Psalms are the most peculiar things. We have the actual songs from the Hebrew hymnal. These are songs that were sung in celebrations and at funerals, songs…
Day 104 – 1 Samuel 21-24
Talking Points In these chapters, we see two sides of David. On one hand, he seems to be driven by fear. On the other, he operates in great faith. What…
Day 103 – 1 Samuel 18-20, Psalms 11, 59
Talking Points As David's popularity grows, Saul becomes angry and suspicious of him. He places David in perilous situations hoping for his ruin. As Saul sees that God is with…
Day 102 – 1 Samuel 15-17
Talking Points God gives very clear commands to Saul to completely destroy the Amalekites. Saul disobeys. The Bible says, "But Saul..." (15:9). Partial obedience is not obedience. Notice the process:God…
Day 101 – 1 Samuel 13-14
Talking Points The Israelites are warring against a powerful Philistine army with 30,000 chariots and 6,000 horsemen. This war will last throughout the reign of Saul.In the face of an…