1 Samuel 17:42

Good News Translation

and when he got a good look at David, he was filled with scorn for him because he was just a nice, good-looking boy.

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He ordered, “Take them alive, no matter whether they are coming to fight or to ask for peace.”

Pride leads to destruction, and arrogance to downfall.

So Jesse sent for him. He was a handsome, healthy young man, and his eyes sparkled. The Lord said to Samuel, “This is the one—anoint him!”

“No,” answered Saul. “How could you fight him? You're just a boy, and he has been a soldier all his life!”

The Philistine started walking toward David, with his shield bearer walking in front of him. He kept coming closer,