Title: Responding in Love: David’s Heart Toward Saul
Anchor Text: Matthew 5:44
Contemporary Quote:
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." — Martin Luther King Jr.

Leadership is often tested not in victories but in how we handle enemies. David teaches us that love restrains our response and elevates our calling.

A leader who loves his enemies gains moral authority. David’s refusal to kill Saul won him the loyalty of others and confirmed his integrity before God.

Reflect on this:

• Who has hurt or betrayed you in your leadership journey?
• Have you been tempted to retaliate—openly or subtly?
• How can you show the love of Christ to those who have made themselves your enemies? 

Recognitions
Music: Nathaniel Bassey

Pastor Fola Ogundipe, The Voice of Truth Ministries, Mount View, Minneapolis, USA
 
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Bible versions: AMPC, NLT, NIV, KJV
Commentary / Study Bibles:
McArthur, Quest SBN, Thompson Chain Reference, NKJV SBN, Chronological LASB NLT

References & Further Readings
Keller, T. (2022). Forgive: Why Should I and How Can I? New York: Viking (Penguin Books).

Gibson, E. (2010). The gift of forgiveness. Minneapolis: Chosen. (Women of the Word Bible Series)

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