Reading With the People of God #9 - FaithfulnessSample

Memorization Challenge:

13 And now behold the king whom you have chosen, for whom you have asked; behold, the Lord has set a king over you. 14 If you will fear the Lord and serve him and obey his voice and not rebel against the commandment of the Lord, and if both you and the king who reigns over you will follow the Lord your God, it will be well. 15 But if you will not obey the voice of the LORD, but rebel against the commandment of the LORD, then the hand of the LORD will be against you and your king. - Samuel 12:13-15

24 Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.- Samuel 12:24

Primer:
In today’s readings, we encounter faithfulness through covenant and sacrifice. David and Jonathan’s deep friendship is marked by covenant loyalty, reflecting God’s steadfast love. In the Gospel, Jesus continues His mission despite the growing plot against Him, remaining faithful to the path that leads to the cross. These passages challenge us to reflect on our own faithfulness in relationships and in following God’s will.

Question to reflect on: How does faithfulness in your relationships reflect God’s faithfulness to you?