1 Samuel ends on a sad but hopeful note with Saul killed and David waiting in the wings, but even David and the rest of the kings of Judah were preparation for the ideal Messiah King.
God’s creation shows forth his majesty and the majesty of humanity and of the Son of Man.
Although Paul’s circumstances were very difficult, he focused on bigger realities in which he rejoiced.
Jesus announced that the hour had come for him to be glorified, but his glorification would begin with a cross.