1 Samuel 16:12-14

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on 1 Samuel 16:12-14

12So Jesse sent for his youngest son and brought him in. He was ruddy, with beautiful eyes and a handsome appearance. And the LORD said, “Rise and anoint him, for he is the one.”
13So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah.
14After the Spirit of the LORD had departed from Saul, a spirit of distress from the LORD began to torment him.
— 1 Samuel 16:12-14

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