As Saul‘s fear and jealousy spiral out of control, he orders his attendantsto hunt David down and kill him. - P38
Jonathan warns David and imploreshim to go into hiding until he has had a chance to speak with Saul.
- P38
Jonathan is caught between his powerful father and his dearest friend,
but he demonstrates great wisdom in his actions, conducting himselfin a way that protects David but also shows respect for Saul as his fatherand the king of Israel. - P38
When we are caught in a complicated interpersonal conflict,
one mistake can lead to the permanent breakdown ofrelationships. In such situations, we must take time to think throughthe consequences of our words and actions anda waythat honorsact inboth God and others. - P38
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