Delivered 1 Samuel 26:1-25

I. Intro
Big Idea: That said, learning of God’s providence leads to living out His grace.
II. Hiding
A. David could not trust Saul. 1 Samuel 26:1-4
B. Saul was hiding in plain sight. 1 Samuel 26:5-6
III. Don’t Destroy
A. Vengeance comes naturally. 1 Samuel 26:7-8
B. Mercy comes from God. 1 Samuel 26:9-12
IV. Not Good
A. David showed mercy, but he also spoke truth. 1 Samuel 26:13-14
B. There are real consequences for our actions. 1 Samuel 26:15-16
V. Inheritance
A. David trusted all to the LORD. 1 Samuel 26:17-20
B. Genuine repentance requires a change of heart and behavior. 1 Samuel 26:21-25

​The Next Step
§ What’s the first thing you generally do when someone mistreats you?
§ What’s something from 1 Samuel 26:1-25 you found challenging, encouraging, or confusing?
§ Why did David want Abishai to refrain from killing Saul?
§ How did this incident prepare David to lead God’s people?
§ What difference can remembering that God is in control and that He has made us righteous in Christ make when we are tempted to seek revenge?
§ What’s a specific way you can respond to 1 Samuel 26:1-25?

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