Daily Scripture & Question:
1 Samuel 18:1-20:42; Psalm 11:1-7 & 59:1-17 What lessons of friendship are found in the relationship between Jonathan and David?  Why did Saul so despise David?  If there are people that you have begun to despise, are there any parallels between you and Saul?  How do the psalms of David encourage you in your response to the "howling dogs" that may be surrounding you?

Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions:
Read I Samuel 17:1-54.  Why did David have the confidence to fight the huge Goliath? What, from his past, helped him? What about his faith in God (see verses 45-47)? Are you facing any giant problems right now?

Biblical Prayer Focus:
Luke 11:13 If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!

The Holy Spirit is given to all who trust Christ. Yet we face the daily decision of yielding to Him. Ask the Spirit to direct and control your life today.