David was on the rise. But Saul continued on a downward spiral. The comparison between the two culminates in chapters 28 through 30. King Saul steps outside of God’s design…
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Truly, truly, I say to you, you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice. You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy.