Write this Down! with Dot Bowen

Even though David made many mistakes, he also excelled at keeping his heart focused on God. In this episode, Dot and Cara explore what some of the key moments in David’s life can teach us about obedience, forgiveness, and respect for authority. They also compare David’s attitude to Saul’s, which was driven by anger, jealousy, and pride, and they discuss how holding onto bitterness prevents us from fully allowing God to take control of our circumstances. Episode RecapStart by writing down 1 Samuel 24:3-4 (0:11)David’s heart and mind were focused on doing what God would want (1:38)It’s OK to feel afraid, but don’t let that stop you from following God’s instructions (6:54)David respected Saul’s authority even though he knew he’d be king one day (10:26)Forgiveness allows us to step back and let God can take care of things (15:11)The position of someone’s heart is more important than external behavior (19:01)We can’t force other people to change their perspectives (27:07)We win by focusing on God (29:11) Resources:“A Tale of Three Kings” by Gene EdwardsSend us an email to let us know what you’re learning - hello@dotbowen.com Find Dot Bowen on Instagram and Facebook