Have you ever felt overlooked or forgotten? In this message from 1 Samuel 16, we see how God chooses differently than the world—He looks past appearance and rewards the hidden places of faithfulness. David wasn’t the obvious choice, but he was God’s choice. Through Samuel’s grief and David’s anointing, we’re reminded that obscurity is not punishment—it’s preparation. If you’re in a quiet season, this message will encourage you to let go of the past, build your inner life, and stay faithful in the field—because God uses surrendered hearts, not impressive résumés.