1 Samuel 9 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 1 Samuel 9.

www.blueletterbible.org/nasb/1sa/9/1/s_245001

Meditate on verse 20b.

 

And for whom is all that is desirable in Israel? 

Is it not for you and for all your father’s household?

 

Saul was taken aback when Samuel spoke to him about having everything that is desirable in Israel.  Saul was from the smallest of the Israelite tribes, and his family was the least in that tribe of Benjamin; he certainly did not deserve such honor.  The LORD often chooses those who are weak and despised to bring honor to Himself (1 Corinthians 1:26-31).

Even Samuel, the prophet of God, came from humble beginnings.  His father was from the tribe of Ephraim, yet because of his mother’s vow to dedicate him to the LORD, Samuel lived in the tabernacle with Eli, the priest (1 Samuel 1).  Although he was not from the tribe of Levi, God raised Samuel up to be His faithful priest (1 Samuel 2:35).

Is the LORD calling you to do something you feel inadequate to accomplish?  Your adequacy comes from God (2 Corinthians 3:5).  Let your obedience bring glory to Him.

Pray 1 Samuel 9:6 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 

“LORD, make ________ and me people of God,

 people held in honor who speak the truth.

For the sake of Your glory, Jesus~”

 

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL 2 ~ Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell