1. David's popularity; Saul's jealousy (1-19)

David was a man after God's own heart, and everyone loved him--with one exception. When King Saul heard the women singing David's praise, the demon of jealousy came into his heart. From that time to the end of his life he hated and feared David. David's love for God overflowed into those around him. Jonathan's love for David is the classic example of a friendship that enriches the lives of strong men. Israel and Judah loved David because he was their shepherd. Saul's daughter Michal also loved David.

2. Saul plots to kill David (20-30)

The Spirit of the Lord left Saul. When he became jealous of David, an evil spirit entered him. He hurled a spear at David, but missed. Then, he plotted to trap David with a promise of marriage to Michal. The bride price was 100 Philistine foreskins. Saul thought that the Philistines would kill David. But David killed 200 Philistines and brought the full price to Saul.

Application: Lord, give me your Spirit so that I may love and not hate; protect my heart from the demon of jealousy.
One Word: A man who loved God