Julie
I am a bit confused with today's reading. Based on yesterday's reading I thought Saul had been taken to the mat, but now David is running from Saul again. Maybe I missed something in what I read, but I am a bit confused as to where this is going.
Today's continuation seems to focus on anger. There were some very good passages in today's reading that could be used on a regular basis to remind us to watch what we say and to be careful about responding to things in anger.
Michelle
I am not sure where this is going either or why David is fleeing from Saul. As God has anointed David as the next king, it seems this doesn't make sense. We do see the friendship between David and Jonathan in this passage and how close they are. The devotional in my bible talks of this special relationship and how they are bound by their dedication to God and commitment to one another and instead of being jealous of David, Jonathan steps aside and supports his friend, accepting God's plan to make David king. I am confused about chapter 21 as it seems David is now fearful of one of the kings and acts crazy. I don't understand this.
The proverb has a couple of themes that intertwine. One is about words and how we use them, another is about discipline and correction, and yet it still speaks of wisdom and folly. They all work together and it seems to say how we speak and the wisdom behind our words can affect us and others. So be careful with your words as they can harm or bring joy to the heart.
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