Because of his jealousy, King Saul gave orders to all his attendants and to his son to kill David. But Jonathan warned David and interceded for him, reminding Saul of David’s faithful service to him and the nation. Saul listened and vowed that David would not be put to death. Jonathan reminds us of Jesus, our true friend. Jesus is our defense lawyer who advocates for us before God when we sin, for he is the atoning sacrifice for our sins (1Jn 2:1-2).

When David returned from battle victorious, Saul’s jealousy kicked in again. Saul threw his spear at David, but David eluded him. Saul sent men to David's house to kill him, but Michal helped David to escape. He went to Samuel at Ramah and stayed with him. When Saul sent men to capture him, God protected him in a strange way. Those who came--including Saul himself--were overpowered by the Spirit of God and prophesied. The Spirit of God could overpower and subdue the spirit of envy, hatred, and murder that was gripping Saul.
Application: Lord, thank you for being my Advocate before God. Help me to stand on your side and protect and build up God’s people in their need.
One Word: God protects his servant