I Samuel
Saul’s Jealousy and David’s Flight — I Samuel 19–26
Overview
Saul’s jealousy drives David into danger, but God preserves David and prepares him for future kingship.
Details
Key KJV PassageI Samuel 23:14 — “But God delivered him not into his hand.”
Main CharactersDavid, Saul, Jonathan, Michal, and God.
Lesson / ThemeGod preserves His servants even when others act out of jealousy and fear.
Connection to ChristDavid’s unjust suffering before his kingship points forward to Christ’s rejection before His exaltation.
Memory VerseI Samuel 23:14.
Discussion QuestionsWhy did Saul become jealous of David? How did God protect David? What does this story teach about waiting on God?
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