This phase of David’s life is characterized by the reality of “Someday I’ll be king, but today I’m just trying to stay alive.” At my church, we often talk about the idea of the “already, but not yet”, and I see this in David’s life. He has been chosen and anointed as king. He has a growing number of followers who recognize him as their leader. And yet… he is hungry, he is outcasted, and he is running for his life. In this place, he seeks the Lord’s guidance, protection, and comfort. And when he is given the opportunity to kill Saul, his convictions are strong that this isn’t his moment. He has to continue to trust the Lord with everything he has that at some point when it is right, his time will come.
The reality of his situation and his story feels fresh to me today. The beauty of the psalms seems stronger with this season of David’s life in mind. David is a great example of not knowing how things will play out in his life, yet trusting God with his whole life. May I follow the Lord into what He has, trusting in Him, and not my own ways!
4I am acting with great boldness toward you; I have great pride in you; I am filled with comfort. In all our affliction, I am overflowing with joy. -ellie
2 Corinthians 7:8-11
There is purpose in the pain. God takes what was suppose to harm us and uses it for our good! So that maybe we will learn to rely on His strength. Soooo good!
“But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by sending Titus,” — similarly to how God comforted & encouraged David by sending Jonathan. We are called to comfort and encourage each other in the faith! What a beautiful thing!
2 Sam 7:10 “For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death”. One leads to hope & life. The other to despair & death.
I love 2 Corinthians 7:8-11. I needed to hear it today after having a rough conversation that convicted me and confused me about dressing modestly. The sorrow and anger and sadness caused from this conversation is meant to draw me closer to God by giving him this part of my life. A part of my life I didn’t realize I was holding back.
23:16 And Saul’s son Jonathan went to David at Horesh and helped him find strength in God.
I love this short verse. We think of David’s strength and faith, but he also needed encouragement and Jonathan was there for him, despite the risk and craziness with Saul, his own father.
1 Samuel 22:2
All those who were in distress or in debt or discontented gathered around him, and he became their commander…
I really saw a shadow of Jesus in this verse. It reminded me of Matthew 11:29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
That’s awesome stuck out for me too how they who were in need were drawn to him although he had nothing but everything to give like what I read in yesterday’s reading in Corinthians
Exactly like the reading in Corinthians! “Poor but making many rich” in terms of the hope & faith we have to offer those who need it. Great correlation.
When Saul was coming for David, it was a challenge to me to see how David would ask the Lord, “should I do this or this?” He was in constant communication with God. It was a challenge to me to live my days walking with the Lord in this way.
Same here! David’s closeness to God is amazing to see and reminds me to consult with God about decisions I have to make instead of just thinking things over on my own.
While studying this section of scriptures with my children years back my son about 10 years old at that time said, “David inquired; God inspired”. I feel it is a great way to sum up this part! I have recalled it often.
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10For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death.
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This phase of David’s life is characterized by the reality of “Someday I’ll be king, but today I’m just trying to stay alive.” At my church, we often talk about the idea of the “already, but not yet”, and I see this in David’s life. He has been chosen and anointed as king. He has a growing number of followers who recognize him as their leader. And yet… he is hungry, he is outcasted, and he is running for his life. In this place, he seeks the Lord’s guidance, protection, and comfort. And when he is given the opportunity to kill Saul, his convictions are strong that this isn’t his moment. He has to continue to trust the Lord with everything he has that at some point when it is right, his time will come.
The reality of his situation and his story feels fresh to me today. The beauty of the psalms seems stronger with this season of David’s life in mind. David is a great example of not knowing how things will play out in his life, yet trusting God with his whole life. May I follow the Lord into what He has, trusting in Him, and not my own ways!
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I feel Paul’s joy toward the corinthians extending to me in my life! This is an awesome encouragement to have someone like Paul cheering you on
4I am acting with great boldness toward you; I have great pride in you; I am filled with comfort. In all our affliction, I am overflowing with joy. -ellie
2 Corinthians 7:8-11
There is purpose in the pain. God takes what was suppose to harm us and uses it for our good! So that maybe we will learn to rely on His strength. Soooo good!
“But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by sending Titus,” — similarly to how God comforted & encouraged David by sending Jonathan. We are called to comfort and encourage each other in the faith! What a beautiful thing!
2 Sam 7:10 “For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death”. One leads to hope & life. The other to despair & death.
I’ve had these experiences before. So sorry for your hurt. I pray God uses it to make you more like Him.
I love 2 Corinthians 7:8-11. I needed to hear it today after having a rough conversation that convicted me and confused me about dressing modestly. The sorrow and anger and sadness caused from this conversation is meant to draw me closer to God by giving him this part of my life. A part of my life I didn’t realize I was holding back.
Such wonderful promises to hold dear!!!
Jonathan is a great example here of what friends are supposed to do
23:16 And Saul’s son Jonathan went to David at Horesh and helped him find strength in God.
I love this short verse. We think of David’s strength and faith, but he also needed encouragement and Jonathan was there for him, despite the risk and craziness with Saul, his own father.
1 Samuel 22:2
All those who were in distress or in debt or discontented gathered around him, and he became their commander…
I really saw a shadow of Jesus in this verse. It reminded me of Matthew 11:29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
Give your burdens to Him!
That’s awesome stuck out for me too how they who were in need were drawn to him although he had nothing but everything to give like what I read in yesterday’s reading in Corinthians
Exactly like the reading in Corinthians! “Poor but making many rich” in terms of the hope & faith we have to offer those who need it. Great correlation.
Praying for strength! In the name of Jesus! Lord, give Shirl the strength to complete this service thoroughly!
Asking for prayers ladies. On a missions trip with my church and fell sick. Need prayers
Praying sis!
Prayed!
Prayers to you sister!!
Thank you dear sisters. Feeling better today
When Saul was coming for David, it was a challenge to me to see how David would ask the Lord, “should I do this or this?” He was in constant communication with God. It was a challenge to me to live my days walking with the Lord in this way.
Yes! I felt the same..
Same here! David’s closeness to God is amazing to see and reminds me to consult with God about decisions I have to make instead of just thinking things over on my own.
I strive to have a relationship like David and God. Always asking God what I should do instead of depending on my flesh to tell me.
While studying this section of scriptures with my children years back my son about 10 years old at that time said, “David inquired; God inspired”. I feel it is a great way to sum up this part! I have recalled it often.