Do you think it is easy or tough to do God’s will?
Perceive: Perceiving that Absalom and his army would soon arrive, David numbers his troops and then divides them into three companies. He places his three top leaders Joab, Abishai, and Ittai as their commanders. Whatever tactic Absalom and Amasa used in their approach, David’s men would be able to respond and help one another. David wanted to lead from the front, but the people told him to stay in the city where he was somewhat safe behind its walls. They knew that Absalom’s soldiers would make going after the king their top priority. If David stayed in the city, he would be somewhat safe, and he could send out support if it were needed. David accepted their conclusions, he didn’t want to fight his son, but neither did he want the army to kill a rebellious Absalom!
Practice: Once again David is reminded of his failures as a man and as a parent. He knows this is God’s divine will for his life, and it breaks his heart. In serving the body of Christ in a local church, we need to do things, sometimes tough and difficult things, for the King’s sake and glory. Doing tough things include administering church discipline to those who are clearly sexually immoral, filled with anger, spite, gossip, or lie, cheat, and commit adultery. God’s will often require His servants to do tough work (2 Timothy 2:1-7).
Pray: My Lord and my God, strengthen me for the battles of life. Enable me to see You in the midst of everything I face.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: Once again David is reminded of his failures as a man and as a parent. He knows this is God’s divine will for his life, and it breaks his heart. In serving the body of Christ in a local church, we need to do things, sometimes tough and difficult things, for the King’s sake and glory. Doing tough things include administering church discipline to those who are clearly sexually immoral, filled with anger, spite, gossip, or lie, cheat, and commit adultery. God’s will often require His servants to do tough work (2 Timothy 2:1-7).
Pray: My Lord and my God, strengthen me for the battles of life. Enable me to see You in the midst of everything I face.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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