“The Lord’s Chosen Will Be Opposed”

“The Lord’s Chosen Will Be Opposed”

1 Samuel 17-19, show David rising into public view, but they also show that God’s chosen servant will not be welcomed by everyone. David trusts God and defeats Goliath. David serves well and succeeds. David wins love from many people. But Saul becomes jealous, fearful, and hostile. The simple lesson is this: when God’s hand is on a person, that person may be blessed and opposed at the same time. God’s favor does not remove conflict. It often exposes hearts. Welcome to EveryDayWord — the daily podcast of the Derrick J. Dawkins Evangelistic Association! Here we open the Bible from Genesis to Revelation — reading it, breaking it down, and praying it through — all in a powerful 60-minute journey through God’s Word. Because as Scripture declares: “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.” — 2 Timothy 3:16 So grab your Bible, open your heart, and let’s get into the Word!

“Rejected and Chosen”

1 Samuel 15–16 is one of the great turning points in Scripture. These chapters show Saul being rejected as king because of disobedience and David being chosen because God sees the heart. The message is unmistakable: outward position, public image, and religious language cannot replace wholehearted obedience to God. God is not impressed by appearance without surrender. He rejects rebellion, and he raises up the one whose heart is toward him. Welcome to EveryDayWord — the daily podcast of the Derrick J. Dawkins Evangelistic Association! Here we open the Bible from Genesis to Revelation — reading it, breaking it down, and praying it through — all in a powerful 60-minute journey through God’s Word. Because as Scripture declares: “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.” — 2 Timothy 3:16 So grab your Bible, open your heart, and let’s get into the Word!

“Zeal Without Obedience”

1 Samuel 13–14 shows the difference between bold action and faithful obedience. These chapters contain courage, battle, pressure, victory, and leadership, but they also reveal the danger of impatience, rashness, and spiritual carelessness. The message is clear: God does not simply want activity, intensity, or results. He wants leaders and people who trust him, wait on him, and obey him. Zeal without obedience may look strong for a moment, but it cannot sustain God’s favor. Welcome to EveryDayWord — the daily podcast of the Derrick J. Dawkins Evangelistic Association! Here we open the Bible from Genesis to Revelation — reading it, breaking it down, and praying it through — all in a powerful 60-minute journey through God’s Word. Because as Scripture declares: “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.” — 2 Timothy 3:16 So grab your Bible, open your heart, and let’s get into the Word!

“The King Chosen, the Lord Rejected”

1 Samuel 10–12 is a powerful section about kingship, leadership, and the condition of the human heart. These chapters show Saul being anointed and publicly established, the people rejoicing in the king they asked for, and Samuel making clear that their deeper problem is not political but spiritual. The message is plain: God may allow people to have what they ask for, but that does not change the need for wholehearted obedience to him. A human king can be given, but the Lord still remains the true ruler who must be feared, trusted, and obeyed. Welcome to EveryDayWord — the daily podcast of the Derrick J. Dawkins Evangelistic Association!Here we open the Bible from Genesis to Revelation — reading it, breaking it down, and praying it through — all in a powerful 60-minute journey through God’s Word. Because as Scripture declares: “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.”— 2 Timothy 3:16 So grab your Bible, open your heart, and let’s get into the Word!

“The King They Wanted”

1 Samuel 8–9 shows a major turning point in Israel’s history. These chapters move from Israel’s rejection of God’s direct rule to God’s providential raising of Saul. The message is both sobering and instructive: people often ask for what looks right to them, not what is best according to God’s heart. Yet even in misguided desires, God is still sovereign and working. These chapters teach that human longing can be mixed with fleshly motives, but God still rules over the process and begins preparing his purposes to unfold. Welcome to EveryDayWord — the daily podcast of the Derrick J. Dawkins Evangelistic Association! Here we open the Bible from Genesis to Revelation — reading it, breaking it down, and praying it through — all in a powerful 60-minute journey through God’s Word. Because as Scripture declares: “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.” — 2 Timothy 3:16 So grab your Bible, open your heart, and let’s get into the Word!