how quick are you to help a believer in need?
Perceive: David and his entourage arrive at Mahanaim. Mahanaim is where Ish-bosheth was crowned king (2 Samuel 2:8-9), and centuries earlier, it is where Jacob saw the army of angels God sent to protect him (Genesis 32:1-2). This time, it is a place where more good friends of David provide very much needed supplies, which include beds for rest, food for the people, and food for the herds of animals. No doubt the trek through the wilderness made them all hungry, weary, and thirsty. Back in Jerusalem, Absalom places Amasa as head of the army of Israel. He is Joab’s cousin (1 Chronicles 2:16-17), and David’s nephew. On the march, the king and his new army set up camp in Gilead. The stage is set for the final conflict.
Practice: In a scene much like the US civil war, we find family members pitted against each other in this fight for life. It is a sad day when a son, an uncle or cousin raises a weapon, and intentionally seeks an opportunity to kill a blood relative. No doubt David felt his situation was horrific. What a blessing it must have been to look up and see three of his friends bringing a massive amount of desperately needed supplies. When was the last time you expended some resources for a brother or sister in dire need?
Pray: Great and mighty God, enable me always to watch for others who need help and to allow Your will and influence to show me where to look and act as a generous servant.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: In a scene much like the US civil war, we find family members pitted against each other in this fight for life. It is a sad day when a son, an uncle or cousin raises a weapon, and intentionally seeks an opportunity to kill a blood relative. No doubt David felt his situation was horrific. What a blessing it must have been to look up and see three of his friends bringing a massive amount of desperately needed supplies. When was the last time you expended some resources for a brother or sister in dire need?
Pray: Great and mighty God, enable me always to watch for others who need help and to allow Your will and influence to show me where to look and act as a generous servant.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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