Assumption - conclusions based on nothing.
Presumption - conclusions based on what happened for others.
InI Samuel 15: 1-4, Saul is given an assignment from God. It is time to perform and what has Saul practiced? What training has he put himself through?
1. Prepared people perform. People who study for a test are ready to take it. Athletes who train are ready to perform at game time.
2. Unprepared people explain. They explain why they cannot do something.
Proverbs 10:8 - The wise receive commands. The Lord gives wisdom - Proverbs 2:9.
Everything God says is wise. Jesus said that whatever he saw the Father do, He did. Whatever the Father said, He said.
I Samuel 15:5-10 - Did Saul carry out his assignment? He partially obeyed, but God considered that disobedience.
Partial Obedience is caused by:
1. Ignorance - I don't know.
2. Neglect - I don't care.
3. Fear - I can't do that.
4. Distrust - I'm not so sure this is the right thing to do.
Trust is not a lack of fear and uncertainty but the presence of obedience and steadfastness. It is build through the little things, so we are ready for the big things.
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