The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 119: David's Wisdom (2024)
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Apr 28, 2024 In this episode, Fr. Mike discusses David's wisdom in battle, the power of prayer, and uniting the people of Israel. He also touches on the impact of allowing ourselves to be loved by God. The readings include 1 Samuel 29-31 and Psalm 18.
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Praying the Psalms
- When praying the Psalms, engage with them visually as well as auditorily.
- Follow along in your Bible to enhance understanding and connection with the text.
God's Delight
- In Psalm 18, David reveals that God saved him because He delighted in him.
- This shows that God's love is not earned through performance, but freely given.
David's Wisdom
- David demonstrated wisdom by praying before pursuing the Amalekites, ensuring just distribution of spoils, and fostering unity by sharing with the elders of Judah.
- These actions reveal his developing heart of a king and true leader.