How do you react when unjustly accused?
Perceive: In the second half of this psalm, David vows to praise God and requests a rescue from his circumstance (17-21), he again requests God to act on his behalf (22-26) and closes with a vow to praise and magnify the Lord (27-28). David did not want to be defeated in this life, especially when his enemies were ready to gloat over any mistake he made. God was not blind to his situation, so David asks God to speak up and defend him. In the victory over his enemies, David vows to proclaim God’s righteousness and speak His praises. So should we.
Practice: Unfortunately, most people including Christian men do not seek God first when they are unjustly accused or on the receiving end of a false witness. The natural reaction is often lashing out to avenge the wrong or to give a detailed defense of our actions, words, and motives. Instead, ask God to fight the battle for you. He will use the situation to His glory bringing about one or more conclusions. His conclusions may include purifying your heart, clearing your name in the eyes of those who matter, and removing the stain of whatever tainted your life.
Pray: Lord, help me to look to You first and foremost, no matter what others may be saying or doing to discredit my life and ministry.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: Unfortunately, most people including Christian men do not seek God first when they are unjustly accused or on the receiving end of a false witness. The natural reaction is often lashing out to avenge the wrong or to give a detailed defense of our actions, words, and motives. Instead, ask God to fight the battle for you. He will use the situation to His glory bringing about one or more conclusions. His conclusions may include purifying your heart, clearing your name in the eyes of those who matter, and removing the stain of whatever tainted your life.
Pray: Lord, help me to look to You first and foremost, no matter what others may be saying or doing to discredit my life and ministry.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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