Day 142 – May 22, 2021
Scriptures: 1 Samuel 20-22, Psalm 52 “When Doeg the Edomite had gone to Saul and told him: “David has gone to the house of Ahimelek.” “But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever. For what you have done I will always praise you in the presence of your faithful people. And I will hope in your name, for your name is good.” (Psalm 52:8–9) In our reading today, we read of the tragedy of Saul. His anger, jealousy and bitterness is getting the best of him. Violence is the fruit of his heart. David is on the run. And Psalm 52 is a response to the news that Doeg had revealed where he was. “Your tongue plots destruction.” David is hurt at the deceitful scheming of Doeg and Saul and has every reason to be fearful for his life. In the midst of this despair and hurt, he says, “I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever.” Despite great fear and the threat on his life, David turns to God and trusts in his good name. Trust in the Lord, in his unfailing love! Jordan
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AuthorJordan Ickes, Minister of Etna Green Church of Christ. Archives
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