| The late actress Angela Lansbury is probably best known for her portrayal of Jessica Fletcher on the hit TV series Murder, She Wrote. However, she wasn’t the first choice. Two more prominent actresses (Doris Day, Jean Stapleton) passed on the opportunity before Lansbury was offered the role. In 1 Samuel 16:5b-13, we see that God’s choice is never based on the judgement of man: Then he consecrated Jesse and his sons and invited them to the sacrifice. When they arrived, Samuel saw Eliab and thought, “Surely the Lord’s anointed stands here before the Lord.” But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart. ”Then Jesse called Abinadab and had him pass in front of Samuel. But Samuel said, “The Lord has not chosen this one either.” Jesse then had Shammah pass by, but Samuel said, “Nor has the Lord chosen this one.” Jesse had seven of his sons pass before Samuel, but Samuel said to him, “The Lord has not chosen these.” So he asked Jesse, “Are these all the sons you have?” “There is still the youngest,” Jesse answered. “He is tending the sheep.”Samuel said, “Send for him; we will not sit down until he arrives.” So he sent for him and had him brought in. He was glowing with health and had a fine appearance and handsome features. Then the Lord said, “Rise and anoint him; this is the one.” So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the Lord came powerfully upon David. Samuel then went to Ramah. When you are chosen by God nothing can reverse His decision. |
Prayer |
| Lord Thank You for choosing me! Today I celebrate that Your decision is final and cannot be changed. Help me to walk in faith during the difficult times, knowing that victory has been won. |
ActionAre you in a season where you are doubting God’s promise in your life?This week spend some time in prayer to discern what is keeping you from feeling His presence. He is always there and He is always listening. |
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| Angela Lansbury had a decorated acting career winning 6 Golden Globes, 6 Tony Awards and an honorary Oscar. However, despite being nominated for an Emmy Award 18 times she never won the award. |
Frank Turner
Frank Turner is the founder of Break Bread, Break Chains and is the co-host of the following podcasts: Defund The Church, Relative Currency, Politically Entertaining, and Christ over Crypto. He is also the founder and creator of the op-ed site Fake News Syndicate.