1 Samuel 23:14-29 Where Are Your Loyalties (May 3, 2025 PM, Dr. Michael Grasso)

"When the Lord’s anointed suffers, where do you stand?In this passage, David is pursued relentlessly by Saul while hiding in the wilderness. Yet the real focus is not merely on persecution—but on the contrasting responses to David. Jonathan humbly submits to him, while the Ziphites betray him.This sermon presses a central question: Where do your loyalties lie?We explore the theme of the righteous remnant, the nature of true faithfulness, and the danger of siding with the world while maintaining outward religious profession. The contrast between Jonathan and the Ziphites reveals that it is not proximity, heritage, or appearance that defines allegiance—but faith.Above all, David points forward to Christ—the rejected Savior whom many abandon and only a few truly follow.Even when it appears that the enemies of God are winning, divine providence ensures the victory of His Anointed.Choose carefully. The narrow way is costly—but it leads to life.#1Samuel #DavidAndSaul #BiblicalTheology #SufferingServant #Faithfulness #ChristianDiscipleship #ReformedPreaching #ChristInTheOldTestament"