Devotion:
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Read 1 Samuel 24:1-19.
David had the opportunity to kill the man who was trying to kill him. But he spared Saul’s life. God was teaching him to reject the ways of this world. We also have regular opportunities to show people a different way to live. David was pursued, unrelentingly, by King Saul. By all standards, except for God’s, he would have been justified in giving in to his men’s encouragement to kill the king. David maintained his priorities - God first. This afforded him the courage to withstand the trials and temptations that he faced.
David models how to give grace to the person who gives nothing but grief. Sometimes the world tells us to do certain actions, to focus on ourselves, to justify whatever we choose to do. God says to keep priorities right and follow him always. Who are you listening to?
Personal Worship Option:
Do you have a “Saul” in your life? Pray for them. Look for ways to extend grace to that person.
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