1 Samuel 21-24
In Saul's hatred for David he orders the execution of the Lord's priests, and he pursues David as if he were Israels number one enemy. Yet, when given the chance to strike Saul a fatal blow, David chooses to use it as an opportunity to make peace. He does so because he views Saul as being the Lord's anointed, the King of Israel. Did David agree with Saul's politics? Did he agree with the way Saul conducted business when ordering the priests executions? Certainly not! But, David respected the office. Which meant that, in spite of their differences, David would honor the King.
Is there a lesson to be learned here? I would think it to be obvious. Whether our rulers are godly, good, or righteous; or they are ungodly, wicked, or evil, we still have a mandate to respect them and treat them with honor, for God has anointed them, and He will use them to accomplish His purposes. We may not understand what those purposes are, but we can rest assured that God does! I often get caught up in the politics of the day, despairing corrupt leaders, people who act in opposition to God's will and ways. In those times, it is good for me to be reminded of David's example.
In Saul's hatred for David he orders the execution of the Lord's priests, and he pursues David as if he were Israels number one enemy. Yet, when given the chance to strike Saul a fatal blow, David chooses to use it as an opportunity to make peace. He does so because he views Saul as being the Lord's anointed, the King of Israel. Did David agree with Saul's politics? Did he agree with the way Saul conducted business when ordering the priests executions? Certainly not! But, David respected the office. Which meant that, in spite of their differences, David would honor the King.
Is there a lesson to be learned here? I would think it to be obvious. Whether our rulers are godly, good, or righteous; or they are ungodly, wicked, or evil, we still have a mandate to respect them and treat them with honor, for God has anointed them, and He will use them to accomplish His purposes. We may not understand what those purposes are, but we can rest assured that God does! I often get caught up in the politics of the day, despairing corrupt leaders, people who act in opposition to God's will and ways. In those times, it is good for me to be reminded of David's example.
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