1 Samuel 16

1 Samuel 16

The Lord sends Samuel to the house of Jesse in Bethlehem to anoint a new king from among his sons. When Samuel sees the oldest, Eliab, he assumes he is the chosen one, but God corrects him, saying, "Man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart." Jesse presents seven sons, but none are chosen. Finally, the youngest son, David, who is tending sheep, is brought in. David is anointed with oil, and the Spirit of the Lord rushes upon David from that day forward.

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1 Samuel 17

The Philistines send their giant champion, Goliath, to challenge Israel. Young David, relying on God, refuses armor and kills the giant with a sling and a single stone, leading to Israel's victory.

1 Samuel 18

Jonathan and David form a powerful, enduring covenant of friendship. David's military success makes Saul jealous, leading Saul to attempt to kill David with a spear multiple times.

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