Reflect
This chapter gives us the end of the rejection of Saul as king, as nearly all his descendants (other than from the line of Jonathan) have now been killed. It’s the end of all the conflict between David and Saul. On the one hand, it would be easy for David to celebrate the end of this chapter in his life, as he has now seen the destruction of his enemy. But what does David’s last act towards Saul reveal about his character? David takes Saul and Jonathan’s bones and buries them as an act of deep respect and honour. Instead of rejoicing in the position that he now finds himself, he shows honour to the king before him that God had appointed for a season, and love to a close friend.
David continues to show a deep reverence for God and His power and control in his life, and doesn’t let his own emotions get in the way of this.
Apply
How can we acknowledge God’s sovereignty today, whether it’s in times of trouble or great success?
Pastor Dave
Pray
- Pray that God’s Spirit would work powerfully and effectively in all the various activities taking place on our church calendar this weekend.
- Pray for our Young Adults & Worship Arts Pastor, Daunavan Buyer, his family and his intern Austin Voss.
- Pray for our Congregational Life Pastor, Christine Okken as she returns from her sabbatical.
- Pray for Barbara Whidden as she fills the sabbatical role of Congregational Life Pastor.