Do you place security for your life on the wrong thing?
Perceive: Now that his army and influence extend over the nation of Israel, David seeks to set up a capital city. Apparently, there were still pagans in the city of Jebus inhabited by Jebusites (1 Chronicles 11:14). In an exchange of pre-battle taunting, the Jebusites smugly claim that even disabled people can withstand any attack on their fortress, while David retaliates in kind by characterizing the Jebusites lame and blind. David captures Jebus and makes it the fortress of Zion and renames it the city of David. Today the city of David sits in greater Jerusalem. David continues to grow in fame and fortune. This central location and impregnability make it an ideal capital of his united kingdom.
Practice: The Jebusites had a clear military advantage, and they thought their security of impregnable walls would keep them safe. Apparently, no one had breached them in a combat situation. In a surprise move, David and his men entered the city through its water tunnel. Only in God are we truly safe and secure. Today you may be surrounded by a safe country, an alarmed home, or secure employment. Unfortunately, no one can predict what can happen tomorrow. Trust in God is the only security we can rely on in this world of uncertainty.
Pray: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit help me to live by faith and to base my security only on You. Help me to see anything that is becoming an unhealthy crutch in my life.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: The Jebusites had a clear military advantage, and they thought their security of impregnable walls would keep them safe. Apparently, no one had breached them in a combat situation. In a surprise move, David and his men entered the city through its water tunnel. Only in God are we truly safe and secure. Today you may be surrounded by a safe country, an alarmed home, or secure employment. Unfortunately, no one can predict what can happen tomorrow. Trust in God is the only security we can rely on in this world of uncertainty.
Pray: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit help me to live by faith and to base my security only on You. Help me to see anything that is becoming an unhealthy crutch in my 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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