​Anointed (1 Samuel 16:1-23)

I. Intro
Big Idea: God sees us according to His heart.
II. In Peace
A. God inspired Samuel to tell a half-truth to fulfill His purpose. Genesis 49:10; 1 Ruth 4:18–21; 1 Samuel 16:1-5
B. God’s heart is full of us. 1 Samuel 16:6-7; Ephesian 1:11-14
III. Chosen
A. God chose David to fulfill His purposes. 1 Samuel 16:8-12
B. When God calls, He also empowers. 1 Samuel 16:13; Psalm 51:11; Matthew 11:28-30
IV. Tormented
A. The LORD allowed Saul to struggle spiritually. 1 Samuel 16:14; 1 Kings 22:19–23; Job 1:12
B. David got to see what a Godless kingship looked like. 1 Samuel 16:15-18
V. Pleased
A. Saul’s acceptance was a step toward David’s kingship. 1 Samuel 16:19-22
B. God’s presence matters in our lives. 1 Samuel 16:23

​The Next Step
§ If you were forced to deliver an abbreviated version of Sunday’s message on 1 Samuel 16:1-23, what would you make sure to focus on?
§ Why do you think Samuel feared that Saul would kill him?
§ What difference does it make that our life with God is about His heart being focused on us before it is about our hearts being focused on Him?
§ How can the reality that God’s heart is focused on us affect the way we see others?
§ Why do you think God allowed Saul to be tormented by an evil, or harmful spirit?
§ Through God’s Spirit David had a musical ministry of deliverance to Saul. What are some ways believers can have a similar positive influence on those around us?
§ What’s a specific way you can respond to 1 Samuel 16:1-23?

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