Daily Devotion, January 13, 2023

 

Devotion:

Read 2 Samuel 12:1-15.

David is confronted by God through Nathan for his sins yet is allowed to remain the king. There are many troubling consequences of sin in this passage. A child dies, a family is ripped apart through violence (13: 26-30,18:14, 15, 1 Kings 2:23-25) relationships are splintered. Not to mention the initial adultery and murder. Nathan’s confrontation with David was almost a year later, so David had become blind to his actions and dishonor of God’s commands. However, when confronted, David immediately confessed and repented of his sin. God forgave and restored the relationship with David, but he did not eliminate the consequences of the sin. Sometimes an apology isn’t enough, for it may set into motion events with irreversible consequences.

 

David had lost his vision of who God is and his relationship with God. God still had work for David to do in the Kingdom so his position as king was not removed. But it was paramount that David’s relationship with God be restored.

Sometimes we can find ourselves blinded to what is right. We justify our actions or simply refuse to listen to our conscience. We are not immune to sin, but we can ignore the warning signs.

Personal Worship Option:

Are you suffering from a “blind spot” in your life? Spend some time talking with God. Rejoice in a right relationship with God and move forward with God’s plan for your life.