But
the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the
height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth
not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the
LORD looketh on the heart. 1 Samuel, Chapter 16, verse 7.
This
is when God had asked Samuel to anoint the future king. Samuel
looked at David’s brothers (David was young and was tending sheep
at the time.) Samuel thought surely God had chosen one of David’s
brothers who were older and stronger, but God had a different idea.
God
explained to Samuel that He doesn’t look at people by how tall,
strong or attractive they are; like men do. God looks at the
person’s heart. That’s how God can tell what type of person we
are. It makes me think of Jesus being the one true Equal Opportunity
Savior of all! We aren’t judged by our race, culture, sex, age,
gender, skin color, wealth, height, weight, etc. God looks into our
heart and knows who we truly are!
Because this is an example of how I’ve applied this Bible passage to my life, it doesn't necessarily reflect the whole meaning of the passage.
This is a connection I've made from this Bible passage. Please share your connections.
Please click on comments below to share your suggestions. Thanks! Debbie
