The books of 1 and 2 Samuel describe the history of Israel through the lives of Samuel, Saul, and David, highlighting humility, pride, and God’s faithfulness.  The humble are raised up and the proud are brought down.  Pride does go before a fall! Prov 16:18

Strenghting Yourself in the Lord                               God Protects David from Self and his enemies     1Samuel 27;29-30