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Devotional for Thursday 1/17/2013

Started by Roostem33, January 17, 2013, 09:17:35 AM

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David said furthermore, As the Lord liveth, the LORD shall smite him; or his day shall come to die; or he shall descend into battle, and perish.(1 Samuel 26:10)


David learned from his experience with the wicked Nabal, that the Lord is more than capable of dispensing justice. He learned from his past experience and applied it to his present circumstance. That is something we all need to do. In verse 10, David's friend wanted to kill the sleeping Saul. This is the second time God had delivered Saul into David's hands, but he left vengeance to God. He will let the Lord take care of him.
David knew that the way he treated the king, others would treat him when he became king. He believed in the law of sowing and reaping. If he was faithful to obey the Lord in not harming Saul, God would preserve his life. We see that in the New Testament lesson of the measuring cup. The same measure you use toward your brother will be used toward you. If you use a spoon of grace toward others, you will receive a spoon back from them and from God. David looked for the biggest measure of grace and mercy he could find, for he wanted that from others and from God. He certainly would be in need of it in the future, and he did receive it. To think you won't need it is foolish. Be gracious toward those who have wronged you, and the Lord will be gracious to you.



Lord, thank you for all the blessings in my life each day! In Jesus name, Amen



Have a good week,
Jody
The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.(John 10:10)

BOFF

Great Devotional Jody!!

I really liked the closure:


"David looked for the biggest measure of grace and mercy he could find, for he wanted that from others and from God. He certainly would be in need of it in the future, and he did receive it. To think you won't need it is foolish. Be gracious toward those who have wronged you, and the Lord will be gracious to you."



God Bless,
David B.


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