10/12/2025
Wednesday, December 10
1 Samuel 29:1-11
But for God!
Notice the high reputation David had with Achish, a Philistine king. How did he end that reputation (vs.3,6 and 9)? See chapter 27:8-12. Despite David's good relationship with Achish that was built on deceit, the other kings in Philistia were not going to take any chance with him joining their armies in the war against Israel. The objection was providential, and it saved David from any embarrassment at war front. David was clearly not living out God's plan, and we see him getting into a tighter corner and more trouble. However, overruled David's failures His own purpose. What does this teach us about God's dealings with His people? Note also that king Achish did not insist on having his way with the other kings and their commanders. Instead, he listened to their objection and sent David back to base, away from the war front. In so doing, the eventual defeat of the Israelitets army along with the death of Saul was achieved without David being part of the instrument that God used (chapter 31).
ACTION: Read Galatians 6:7-8 and spend some time to examine your life before God.
PRAYER: Thank you, dear Lord, for your love that will never let me go, even when I stray.
