April 11

1 Samuel 15-17
The fall of Saul and the rise of David. When Saul was given a command, rather than obeying it to the letter, he decided his way was better than the Lord's. Then, when confronted with his sin, he compounds the evil by making excuses. In taking down the Amalekites, Saul took the glory for the victory, setting up a memorial to himself. Contrast his actions with those of David, who, from beginning to end, gives all the glory to God. Is it any wonder that God would refer to David as a man after His own heart? When we find success in life, be it marriage, family, or career, who should receive the glory? Instead of tooting our own horn, we should be praising God. Our friends and neighbors should know that we credit God for all our blessings. This is how they will come to know the reality of a God who is not only served, but serves!