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. David is protected (1 Samuel 19:1-24) The flesh is weak Sin begets sin David is betrayed God is in control Questions: Saul made an oath that he wouldn't kill David, but he fails to follow through. Why is this evil spirit continuing to afflict Saul? What does Saul need to do? How is Saul's sin impacting the people around him? How has David been betrayed? What does Saul now have that enables him to build a false narrative against David? Even though Saul is refusing to obey God, how do we know God is still in control? Is it ever fruitful to strive against the Lord?