How well can you evaluate today’s politicians?
Perceive: Absalom knew his previous actions, although forgiven would prevent him from ascending to the throne as his father’s successor. So, the first step in Absalom’s strategy to gain the throne was to win the hearts and minds of the people. Like modern day politicians, he rose early, found a public forum, and sowed seeds of discord. He was a master at telling people what they wanted to hear and promised to give them what they wanted to have. David won the hearts of God’s people through sacrifice and service. He was a hero. Absalom won the hearts through lies and deceit. He was a celebrity.
Practice: Unfortunately, Absalom’s strategy worked back then, and it works that way today. He stole the hearts of the people by his good looks, lavish appearances, deceptive concern for social justice, and false welcoming hugs. Politicians fooled people in the past, and they will fool them in the future. Evil rulers abound and eventually the world will be deceived by a leader with greater powers than Absalom (Revelation 13:3). It is critical to stay close to God and in His word, so we recognize ungodly influences and unholy leaders.
Pray: Great and Mighty God, You know the inside of our leaders and their ability to govern. Enable Your people to see the truth and to know who honors You and who has selfish ambition and evil intentions.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: Unfortunately, Absalom’s strategy worked back then, and it works that way today. He stole the hearts of the people by his good looks, lavish appearances, deceptive concern for social justice, and false welcoming hugs. Politicians fooled people in the past, and they will fool them in the future. Evil rulers abound and eventually the world will be deceived by a leader with greater powers than Absalom (Revelation 13:3). It is critical to stay close to God and in His word, so we recognize ungodly influences and unholy leaders.
Pray: Great and Mighty God, You know the inside of our leaders and their ability to govern. Enable Your people to see the truth and to know who honors You and who has selfish ambition and evil intentions.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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