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November 6, 2026 - 1 Samuel 30 & Proverbs 23:30-35
Today’s reading covers 1 Samuel 30 and Proverbs 23:30–35. The reflection follows David and his men returning to Ziklag to find it burned and their families taken captive by the Amalekites. In his distress, David strengthens himself in the Lord and asks Him for direction before pursuing the raiders. He recovers everything that was taken, settles a dispute over whether those who stayed behind should share in the spoil, and sends gifts to the elders of Judah. The discussion presents David’s rise toward kingship as marked by the Lord’s favor and wise leadership under pressure, while acknowledging…
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