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Podcast: Sharper Iron from KFUO Radio
Episode: 1 Samuel 19:1-24: The LORD Saves His Anointed
Description: Four times King Saul attempts to kill David, and four times the LORD spares David's life. Saul's own son Jonathan successfully intercedes for David before Saul, who momentarily stops pursuing him. When war against the Philistines brings out Saul's murderous rage again, David flees from Saul's spear. David's wife and Saul's daughter Michal lies in order to save David's life. Finally, the LORD intervenes by sending His Spirit upon even Saul himself, a merciful call to repentance to the wayward king. Although Saul does not repent, the LORD still proves His graciousness in saving David and preserving the line...