Larry Barnes

01/23/2026 I read 1 Samuel 26 NKJV today. This is the second time David spared Saul's life, and Saul seems to acknowledge what David has done and seems to repent. I find it curious that, even though Saul talks a good talk, David still remains in

01/22/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 25 NKJV, and the big thing that jumped out at me is that David is human after all. I have been enamored with his character and integrity and his faithfulness to God, but in this story I see him seeking vengeance from

01/21/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 24, and this is one of the main events that drives home David's true character and integrity. I love his conviction to not harm God's anointed, even after all Saul has done to him. Regardless of what is

01/20/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 23 NKJV. Verse 6 mentioned an ephod, and I forget what exactly that is. Remind me, what is an ephod? An ephod in the Bible is primarily a special priestly garment (often described as an apron-like vest or sleeveless outer garment) worn

1/15/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 21 NKJV, and I will start with a question: is Ahimelech the high priest or just the local priest at Nob? In 1 Samuel 21 (NKJV), Ahimelech is referred to simply as "Ahimelech the priest" (e.g., verses 1, 2,

1/14/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 20 NKJV, and, man, what a story of loving friendship and loyalty. And what a stark contrast of father and son. It seems Jonathan understands the way of things far more than Saul does. Even though they both know that Jonathan will

1/13/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 19 NKJV, and poor Saul, what an agonizing life he must be living at this time. Tormented by his anger towards David, yet for no valid reason. He is getting tossed back and forth between rational thought and delusion. Yes, reading 1

1/12/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 18 NKJV, and I see clearly that David did nothing to stir up Saul's anger. It is simply that the Lord left Saul and is with David, making Saul jealous. Your reading of 1 Samuel 18 (NKJV) captures a key

1/09/2026 I just read 1 Samuel 17 NKJV, and, man, what a story!! I have always been fascinated with David's character and his relationship with the Lord, but reading this gave me shivers. To be so sure of his faith and the love of God that

1/08/2026 In 1 Samuel 16:5 NKJV, what does it mean that he consecrated Jesse and his sons? In 1 Samuel 16:5 (NKJV), the verse reads: "And he said, 'Peaceably; I have come to sacrifice to the LORD. Sanctify yourselves, and come with me to