Day5
Week14
1Samuel 9
“Then Samuel took Saul and his servant to the eating area. About 30 people had been invited to eat together and share the sacrifice. Samuel gave Saul and his servant the most important place at the table. Samuel said to the cook, “Bring the meat I gave you. It is the share I told you to save.” The cook brought out the thigh and put it on the table in front of Saul. Samuel said, “Eat the meat that was put in front of you. It was saved for you for this special time when I called the people together.” So Saul ate with Samuel that day. After they finished eating, they came down from the place for worship and went back to town. Samuel made a bed for Saul on the roof,”
1 Samuel 9:22-25 ERV
Cross references
Leviticus 7:32-33;
Ezekiel 24:4;
Deuteronomy 22:8;
Acts 10:9
Accept It
Sometimes it is hard to swallow what is on our plate.
Saul was told to eat what was in front of him.
He was served the Priests portion. The very best cut.
It is funny to me how Saul couldn’t receive the words of the prophet honoring him. He stated all his and his family’s shortcomings.
But he had no problem accepting the choice portion on his plate.
All Israel knew the significance of this portion reserved for the priest and yet Saul readily ate it with no objection. He accepted it.
Our stomach is strong willed
What portion is on your plate today?
Do you need to call someone?
Is it a task you have been dreading?
An opportunity that you feel unqualified for?
A book you need to write?
A decision you need to make?
Isn’t it time to pick up your fork and eat?
Saul was able to sleep after he ate.
Action Step
Look at what is right in front of you.
Not your past, not what if!
Right now in this moment, what are you facing?
Look up.
Give thanks and grab your fork.
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