Do you seek God’s ways or your ways?
Perceive: While David is hiding in a field, Jonathan returns home to determine if his father was truly bent on murdering his best friend. Unfortunately, Jonathan learned by his father’s words and actions just how evil the situation had developed. Saul was so angry of this missed opportunity that he swears at Jonathan, essentially calling his son a bastard and then attempts to end his life by spearing him with a javelin. Imagine the atmosphere in this banquet hall during a time where the attendants should be laughing and enjoying the bounty of a feast. Instead, they see his abusive speech, angry temper, and physical violence.
Practice: King Saul continues to work at keeping control of the throne for himself and future generations even though God clearly told him his rule and reign was over (1 Samuel 13:13-14). Realizing he will never have God’s help or blessing again, he continues to exercise human means to seek David’s demise. If Jonathan wanted to be king, he could have killed David and made his father temporarily content. Instead, he maintained a love and loyalty for God and his best friend even at his peril.
Pray: O mighty God, help me see and deal with all the times I am tempted to use human means to achieve an ungodly end. Only with Your help can I see You, hear Your word, and live a faith-filled life.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: King Saul continues to work at keeping control of the throne for himself and future generations even though God clearly told him his rule and reign was over (1 Samuel 13:13-14). Realizing he will never have God’s help or blessing again, he continues to exercise human means to seek David’s demise. If Jonathan wanted to be king, he could have killed David and made his father temporarily content. Instead, he maintained a love and loyalty for God and his best friend even at his peril.
Pray: O mighty God, help me see and deal with all the times I am tempted to use human means to achieve an ungodly end. Only with Your help can I see You, hear Your word, and live a faith-filled life.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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