How could such a friendship form so quickly? The answer has to do with the basis for that friendship. Consider some background. Jonathan was living through a difficult time. His father, King Saul, had been changing over the years, and ever for the worse. One a humble obedient man of faith, Saul had become and arrogant, disobedient king. - 1 SAMUEL 15:17-19, 26.
The changes in Saul must have troubled Jonathan deeply, for he was close to his father. (1 Samuel 20:2) Jonathan likely wondered what harm Saul could bring on Jehovah's chosen nation. Might the king's disobedience lead his subjects astray and cost them Jehovah's favor? Without a doubt, those were hard times for man of faith like Jonathan.
That background may help us to understand what drew Jonathan to young David. Jonathan saw David's great faith. Remember, unlike those in Saul's army, David was undaunted by Goliath's colossal size. He reasoned that going into battle bearing Jehovah's name made him more powerful than Goliath with his weaponry. - 1 SAMUEL 17:45-47.
Next time: IMITATE THEIR FAITH/JONATHAN - The Foundation of Friendship -Conclusion
From the jw.org publications
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment
Thank you for your commment. Your comment will be reviewed for approval soon.
God Bless.