READ: Read the following passage(s) of scripture. Want to dig deeper? Choose a Bible reading method.
Read 1 Samuel 16:1-13
After reading the passage(s) of scripture, ask yourself the following two questions to apply what you are learning to your life. You can even choose to journal about what you’ve learned or discuss it with your spouse or family.
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What is God saying?
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What are you going to do about it?
REFLECT: Use the following questions to reflect on how God worked in your life today. Choose a method for reflecting on your day.
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What was the best part of your day?
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What was the toughest part of your day?
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Where did you mess up today?
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Where did you see God today?
PRAY: This prayer prompt is designed to help get you started in your prayer time. Use this to either begin your personal prayer time or your prayer time with your spouse or family.
Samuel was the one who appointed Israel’s two first and most famous kings. But, Samuel did not choose these men. He only announced God’s decision. With Saul, God gave the people exactly what they had asked for, a king that looked the part even though he wasn’t prepared to lead. When God replaced Saul, Samuel looked toward Jesse’s sons who looked the part liked Saul. But God had completely different priorities. David was strong and handsome like Saul, but he had one important difference. David’s heart was right with God. We often have no control over our size, looks, or other things the world focuses on, but we can do control the things that God prioritizes. God can use all of us. We can change our hearts and surrender them to Him. Spend time today asking God to help soften your heart toward him instead of focusing on what the world thinks of or sees in you.
Two-a-days are designed for you to connect with God and those closest to you. Feel free to modify this plan to fit your and your family’s needs.]]>
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