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1 Samuel 20:2 Β· KJV

"And he said unto him, God forbid; thou shalt not die: behold, my father will do nothing either great or small, but that he will shew it me: and why should my father hide this thing from me? it is not so."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And David fled from Naioth in Ramah, and came and said before Jonathan, What have I done? what is mine iniquity? and what is my sin before thy father, that he seeketh my life?
2And he said unto him, God forbid; thou shalt not die: behold, my father will do nothing either great or small, but that he will shew it me: and why should my father hide this thing from me? it is not so.
3And David sware moreover, and said, Thy father certainly knoweth that I have found grace in thine eyes; and he saith, Let not Jonathan know this, lest he be grieved: but truly as the LORD liveth, and as thy soul liveth, there is but a step between me and death.
4Then said Jonathan unto David, Whatsoever thy soul desireth, I will even do it for thee.

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Reflection Questions

1

What do you do when you feel uncertain about someone’s intentions?

2

How do you discern truth in difficult situations?

3

When have you had to trust someone against your better judgment?

Life Application

relationships

Communicate openly with friends to build trust and clarity in your relationships.

faith

Seek God's guidance when navigating complicated relationships.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

JonathanOT

Jonathan, the son of Saul, was a close friend of David and known for his loyalty and bravery. His relationship with David exemplifies true friendship and sacrifice.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 18:1

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