^11-17 “Come outside,” said Jonathan. “Let’s go to the field.” When the two of them were out in the field, Jonathan said, “As God, the God of Israel, is my witness, by this time tomorrow I’ll get it out of my father how he feels about you. Then I’ll let you know what I learn. May God do his worst to me if I let you down! If my father still intends to kill you, I’ll tell you and get you out of here in one piece. And God be with you as he’s been with my father! If I make it through this alive, continue to be my covenant friend. And if I die, keep the covenant friendship with my family—forever. And when God finally rids the earth of David’s enemies, stay loyal to Jonathan!” Jonathan repeated his pledge of love and friendship for David. He loved David more than his own soul!

I am really amazed by Jonathan. Jonathan is really godly man! Both David and Jonathan walked so closely with God! Saul wanted to kill David, but Jonathan his son was not seeking for his father approval, but his Father's approval. The question is whose approval do we seek? Do we seek God's approval or seek men's approval? If Jonathan seek men's approval, he would have undoubtedly killed David. By killing David, he would be honoured by the one man who rules over Israel.But then he remembered God. God is the provider of all, he annointed Saul with the power and His will is for David to live, and much more than that, to be the next king of Israel. This is an great example of co-heirs of Christ and he executed the will of God. 

One more thing that spoke to me, covenants are very serious declarations. when we declare in God's name, it is very serious and we should see it to completion. Without completion, our covenant is broken. God mentioned in Exodus 20:7

"You shall not misuse the name of the LORD your God, for the LORD will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name.

The question is whether we use His name in vain? Lord, God, Yahweh, LORD, Jesus, Jesus Christ are all His names, do not use them in vain. Because His name contains power and calling His name is calling out to Him.