Day 147 – May 27, 2021
Scriptures: 2 Samuel 1-3, Psalm 141 The death of Saul leaves a power vacuum. It becomes a question of whether or not David will be King or if it will be one of Saul’s offspring. Naturally, in the minds of many, a king is appointed from the royal family. But we know differently. God has appointed and anointed David to be king. David inquires of the Lord, should I go ahead and assume the role of King? The Lord responds, “Yes, its time.” This is a microcosm of the difference between Saul and David. David inquires of the Lord, and he seeks his counsel. The tragic nature of 2 Samuel 1-3 is a people who are opposed to seeking the Lord and His will, versus David and his patience to trust in God and His timing. David had many opportunities to become king, but waited on the Lord and his timing. Despite all of the evil and all of the potential traps for David, he can say confidently, “Keep me safe from the traps set by evildoers, from the snares they have laid for me. Let the wicked fall into their own nets, while I pass by in safety.” Seek the Lord and wait patiently on him! Jordan
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AuthorJordan Ickes, Minister of Etna Green Church of Christ. Archives
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