1 Samuel 26-28

Saul’s misery continues and increases. David continues to honor him as God’s anointed king, but Saul pursues him with murderous intent. Time after time, David spares the king, even when he has opportunity to kill Saul. Each time Saul is spared, he confesses David’s innocence and his own guilt. The biblical story is making clear the conclusion that God’s Spirit is not with Saul, but is against him. The conclusion is being drawn also that in this season of David’s life, David is both devoted to God and not actively seeking to take over the kingship for which Samuel the Prophet has anointed him.