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 Israel’s enemy (1 Samuel 22:1-23) Community discipleship Darkness and depravity Integrity and safety Questions: Look at 1 Samuel 22:1-5. What do you notice about the people who found a "home" with David? Do you see any similarity to the people who were drawn to Jesus? How does David disciple them in verse 5? What does Saul do to the city of Nob? Why is this so dark and depraved? Where is Saul getting the authority to do this? Look at 1 Samuel 22:20-23. David was a shepherd by trade. How does David shepherd Abiathar? How does this remind us of our Great Shepherd, Jesus Christ?