The Lord has done to you what he declared through me: he has torn the kingdom from your hand and has given it to your neighbor David.
that is, take away the kingdom from the house of Saul and establish the throne of David over Israel as well as Judah, from Dan to Beer-sheba.”
The Lord has made everything for a purpose, even the wicked for the evil day.
Then Samuel, with the horn of oil in hand, anointed him in the midst of his brothers, and from that day on, the spirit of the Lord rushed upon David. Then Samuel set out for Ramah. David Wins Saul’s Approval.
For if someone comes upon an enemy, do they send them graciously on their way? So may the Lord reward you graciously for what you have done this day.
To this Samuel said: “But why do you ask me, if the Lord has abandoned you for your neighbor?