We cannot presume that God is like us, nor can we treat Him casually. At the same time, our response should not be to keep God at a distance. The Lord is the source of life and blessing for His people.

We would do well to remember the “Holiness of the Lord." God is not to be trifled with. We can approach God not because we are worthy but only because our Lord Jesus Christ has paid a costly price.

The Old Testament gives us a picture of the spiritual battle that has raged since the days of the seed of the serpent in Eden. Now that David is king over all Israel, the Philistines waste no time in trying to destroy him and his kingdom.

A lone prophet against the powerful religious dominance of Baalism. It is a story we are likely familiar with. A story where the LORD gives an exhilarating show of his power

Waiting is especially hard when we anticipate a blessing to come our way. David had waited a very long time for the day of his coronation as king of Israel. But now the waiting is over.

David shows himself to be a king who values justice and righteousness, the forerunner of the Lord of righteousness, Jesus Christ.