In addition to the New International Version of the Bible (2011, Biblica), the following resources were used to help write this sermon: Walter Bruggemann, First and Second Samuel in the Interpretation Commentary, pp. 127-34; Victor Pentz, It Isn’t the Size of the Dog in the Fight…,” Peachtree Presbyterian Church, Atlanta, GA, 8-29-04; John Woodhouse, 1 Samuel in the Preaching the Word Commentary, pp. 237-38, 301-44.