Uzzah put forth his hand to the ark of God, and took hold of it; for the oxen shook it. And the anger of the Lord was kindled against Uzzah, and God smote him there for his error. 2 Samuel
A Friend Mourns
How are the mighty fallen, and the weapons of war perished! 2 Samuel 1:27. Twice David had had Saul in his power; but when urged to slay him, he had refused to lift his hand against him who had been
A Suicide
The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness. Proverbs 11:5. On the plain of Shunem and the slopes of Mount Gilboa the armies of Israel and the hosts of the
God’s Secrets
It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power. Acts 1:7. The witch of Endor had made agreement with Satan to follow his directions in all things; and
That’s Not Samuel
For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten. Ecclesiastes 9:5. When Saul inquired for Samuel, the Lord did not
No Answer from God
The Lord answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets. 1 Samuel 28:6. The Lord never turned away a soul that came to Him in sincerity and humility. Why did he turn Saul away unanswered? The
Divine Vengence
Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Romans 12:19. Although Nabal had refused the needy company of David and his men, yet that