1 Samuel 19:2-3
“My father Saul is looking for a chance to kill you. Be on your guard tomorrow morning; go into hiding and stay there. I will go out and stand with my father in the field where you are. I will speak to him about you and tell you what I find out.”
It’s Valentine’s Day today. Next to Christmas, it’s the best season to show and send love. According to one site, 70% of those celebrating this special day give a card, followed by a phone call, gift, special dinner, candies/chocolates, and flowers. Ours fell on the meal category. I got a good fish and chips lunch treat from my husband yesterday. I returned the favor with a feel-good breakfast this morning: hot chocolate, bacon, eggs and toast. The kids got their Chips Ahoy too. It’s a wonderful once-in-a-while indulgence. Can’t wait for my birthday for the repeat :>
Jonathan was so fond of David that he took off his own robe and gave it to him along with his tunic, and even his sword, his bow and his belt. But his love went beyond gift-giving and crossed over to life-giving. When Saul told them he wanted David killed, he did not just oppose his father’s will in his heart, he went to David for the leakage. That’s enough for him to win Mr. Friendship! But he did not stop until all is settled. He possibly waited for the perfect timing to deliver his script. We’ve all been there. Asking for an allowance increase is difficult already, how much more this plea. Seeing a window opening, he was even able to rebuke his father for his unwise and unreasonable decisions. Saul listened and so David was temporarily spared. Jonathan acted over and above what is expected of him. His love was more than words.
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