And Saul hearkened unto the voice of Jonathan: and Saul sware, As the LORD liveth, he shall not be slain.
Jonathan's covenant friendship with David explains why he spoke to Saul on David's behalf. His appeal on David's behalf softened Saul's heart and touched his conscience. Saul listened to Jonathan's voice and swore by the living Lord that David would not be killed. Following that oath, David was brought back to serve in Saul's presence.
Jonathan's covenant friendship with David explains why he spoke to Saul on David's behalf. His appeal on David's behalf softened Saul's heart and touched his conscience. Saul listened to Jonathan's voice and swore by the living Lord that David would not be killed. Following that oath, David was brought back to serve in Saul's presence.