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Faithfulness in the Mundane
Commentators like Charles Spurgeon highlight Saul's diligent search for his father's donkeys as a praiseworthy character trait. His obedience in this ordinary task demonstrates the kind of faithfulness that prepares someone for a higher calling. It's a powerful reminder to serve well in whatever small duties life presents.
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1 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Samuel 9:4
18th Century
Theologian
The land of Shalisha was somewhere near Gilgal, that is, Jiljulieh. It is thought to derive its name from “three” (Shalosh) wadys which unite in th…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 9:4
19th Century
Bishop
And he passed through mount Ephraim. The chain of the mountains of Ephraim ran southward into the territory of Benjamin, …
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Samuel 9:3–4
19th Century
Preacher
He was diligent in his father's service, even though that service meant a fruitless journey in search of some straying donkeys. As he was then fait…
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John Gill
On 1 Samuel 9:4
17th Century
Pastor
And they passed through Mount Ephraim
The mountainous part of that tribe, which lay contiguous to the tribe of Benja…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 9:1–10
17th Century
Minister
Saul readily went to seek his father's asses. His obedience to his father was praiseworthy. His servant proposed that, since they were now at Ramah…