Daily Devotion #89 - Where You Run in Crisis Reveals Your Faith

In this episode, George Binoka explores 1 Samuel 30–31, 1 Chronicles 10, and Acts 20, focusing on a powerful spiritual truth: what we turn to in our darkest moments reveals where our hope truly rests.In 1 Samuel 30, David faces devastation when the Amalekites destroy Ziklag and take captive the families of his men. Overwhelmed with grief and facing rejection from his own followers, David reaches a turning point: instead of collapsing in despair, he “strengthens himself in the Lord.” Seeking God’s direction, David moves forward in faith and experiences complete restoration.In contrast, 1 Samuel 31 and 1 Chronicles 10 recount the tragic death of Saul. Chronicles explains that Saul’s downfall came from persistent unfaithfulness and his refusal to seek the Lord. While David turned toward God in crisis, Saul turned elsewhere, revealing the condition of his heart.Acts 20 records Paul’s emotional farewell to the Ephesian elders. Knowing suffering awaits him, Paul remains steadfast, declaring his desire to “finish the race with joy.” He urges church leaders to guard the flock faithfully and warns against false teachers. The chapter highlights perseverance, sacrificial leadership, and unwavering commitment to Christ.