Devotion in a divided world A series in 1 Samuel 1 Samuel is Biblical history in story-form. As you read the story, you begin to see that the key to flourishing in this world is learning how to be devoted to God in a divided world. Saul is mastered by envy (1 Samuel 18:1-30) Gospel Friendship Saul makes the connection Saul embraces evil The Gospel and contentment Questions: Jonathan and David had very different lives. Jonathan was the firstborn son of a king. David was the youngest son of a commoner. And yet, they shared a friendship of incredible depth that grew very quickly. What did they have in common? How does this instruct us about Gospel friendships? What drives Saul to begin scheming against David? Why does Saul feel so hurt? Compare David and Saul in chapter 18. Why is David so content and why is Saul so entitled?