Today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent walks through David’s return to Ziklag and the devastation he found there. We explore how ancient Israel understood this moment, how first-century believers would have read it in light of the coming Messiah, and how modern Christians see God’s hand pointing toward the redeeming work of Christ. As David strengthened himself in the Lord and sought God’s direction, we see a picture of the greater King who rescues what the enemy tries to destroy. The episode flows into a weekend roundup of birthdays, athletic highlights, and school celebrations, followed by Monday’s Memory Verse from Ezekiel 36, reminding us that God not only restores but renews our hearts through the cleansing work of the Spirit. It is an encouraging start to Thanksgiving Break, lifting our eyes to the Lord who leads, restores, and transforms His people.