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October 19, 2026 - 1 Samuel 14 & Proverbs 19:1-8
Today’s reading covers 1 Samuel 14 and Proverbs 19:1–8. The reflection follows Jonathan and his armor-bearer as they attack a Philistine garrison in faith, trusting that the Lord can save “by many or by few,” which triggers panic among the Philistines and causes them to turn on each other. Saul’s rash vow forbidding anyone to eat before evening nearly costs Jonathan his life after he unknowingly breaks it, and the people’s intervention to save him highlights a growing contrast between Saul’s self-directed leadership and the kind of king Israel was warned about back in chapter 8.
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