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A Test of the Heart
David devises a simple test to uncover Saul's true intentions. As commentator John Gill explains, a calm response from Saul would signal peace. However, an angry outburst would confirm that 'evil is determined by him'—that Saul had a settled, malicious plan to harm David. This test was designed to move beyond ambiguity and reveal the truth of Saul's heart.
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1 Samuel
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Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Samuel 20:5–10
19th Century
Preacher
And David said unto Jonathan, Behold, to morrow is the new moon, and I should not fail to sit with the king at meat: but let me go, that I may …
John Gill
On 1 Samuel 20:7
17th Century
Pastor
If he say thus, [it is] well
It is very well, it is very good and right in him to do so:
your ser…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 20:1–10
17th Century
Minister
The trials David met with prepared him for future advancement. In this way, the Lord deals with those whom He prepares for glory. He does not put t…