JUNE 26 | 1 SAMUEL 19:1-24

Judy Webb
Jun 26
2 min read

DAILY READING

1 Samuel 19:1-24

REFLECTION

Friends To The End

by Judy Webb

Why do we need each other? Why is ‘one-anothering’ so important in the Christian life? When Jesus came to live on earth, one of the first things he did as an adult, was to select a few friends. He knew life would be difficult and he had a big plan to carry out. When we become Christian, we too needed a few good friends to come along side us – for so many reasons.

Look at the friendship of Jonathan and King David. Jonathan’s father was the current king of Israel, Saul. Saul’s insecure nature and jealous heart were bent on destroying David. It was these character traits which were his undoing. King Saul feared that David had gifts of leadership that would outshine his own.

For 15 years Saul pursued David, with one goal in mind – to get rid him. “Saul told his son Jonathan and all his attendants to kill David. But Jonathan had taken a great liking to David and warned him, “My father Saul is looking for a chance to kill you. Be on your guard…” (1 Samuel 19:1-2)

We aren’t meant to go through life alone, we are to impact each other, we are to share our lives and grow our faith together. “In the same way that iron sharpens iron, a person sharpens the character of his friend.” (Proverbs 27:27 VOICE)

Take the time to read the rest of the story of Jonathan and David. It is such a wonderful testimony to the impact a pure friendship can have on one’s life and family throughout the ages.

Then consider the close friends you have and thank God for giving you these individuals to share your life with.

PRAYER

Dear Lord,

It is so important we learn to share our lives with each other. David needed Jonathan as much as Jonathan needed David. That is how you created us, to live life loving you and others. We are made to share and support our neighbors. There are many difficulties we will each face, and thank you for the gift of loving friends. Amen.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

JUDY WEBB

I have been a member of UALC for 26 years and have been writing devotions for this site for about 17 of them. Writing is my passion. As retired staff I still love everything about UALC and its members including my small group.