“The Graceful Art of Surrender” 1 Samuel 12:19–25 Voluntary Surrender: The Cost Of Holding On 1 Samuel 12:22 The Delusion Of Earthly Kings delusion—holding a false belief despite evidence against it The Army Dilemma: Trusting The Seen Over The Unseen “Pride is the worst of all vices, because it attacks the soul through its virtues as well as through its evil habits. Pride is hateful to God and men....” —HUGH OF ST. VICTOR Comparison, Envy, And The Scandal Of God’s Timing Psalm 73 - envy as qā·nāʾ—a burning jealousy that stirs anger and resentment Luke 7:23 The Cycle Of Distrust (Psalm 78) Psalm 78:36-39 Mercy And The Shepherd-King The Invitation To Surrender 1 Samuel 12:24