May 10

Today's Reading

Today, in 1 Samuel, we receive our introduction to Saul. Tall, handsome and strong, Saul had all the characteristics the people would look for in a king. However, Saul lacked confidence. It may have seemed humble, but his comment about being from an insignificant family is very telling. Insecure people do all sorts of sinful things to build up their own self-esteem. With Saul, it was sick and very damaging, as we shall see.

Jesus wants us to let Him provide all we need in life, according to this passage in John. That doesn't mean that we are to be lazy. It means that we are to simply trust and obey Him.

Just how low can we get in our sin? This Psalm gives a pretty good picture!

If you wonder what is happening to us in the USA, read Proverbs today.

May we humble ourselves and pray and turn from our wicked ways. THEN God will hear, forgive and heal us.