People After God's Own Heart:
A Study on the Life of David
Part IV “How Do You Spell Success?
I Samuel 18:1-30
Pastor John Erwin
April 27, 2008
David's success in defeating Goliath instantly propelled him into the limelight of public attention. With all the "media hype" came substantial pressure and resentment from Saul. David's victory over Goliath brought opposition and popularity heady stuff for a 20-year-old. How does David handle the heat? How does our young hero handle success? Our true character comes out in how we handle both triumphs and trials.