2Samuel 11:1
Lessons from David's fall:
IN THE spring, when kings go forth to battle, David sent Joab with his servants and all Israel, and they ravaged the Ammonites [country] and besieged Rabbah. But David remained in Jerusalem.
- At this point of time, David was successful in all his battles and he was well established as the King over Israel. There was peace and prosperity in the kingdom.
- Because of his Godly character and success, there is no one to whom he has to be accountable. This has resulted in some complacency in David.
- It was time when the kings go for battle. But David remained in Jerusalem. This is the start of his fall. In stead if keeping himself with his work, he was relaxing.
- In general, David has a weakness toward women - why does he need to marry so many women being a Godly person? This is definitely not a trite that is exemplary in David's life.
Lessons from David's fall:
- When everything is alright and going smooth, be watchful in prayer and thankfulness to God.
- Have someone to whom you can be accountable in all the areas of life.
- Keep yourself busy in God's kingdom, professional life, building a Godly family. Keep in mind that you need to achieve balance.
- Handle the petty/secret sins that were not handled/confessed/washed in the blood of Jesus Christ. The sooner they are cleaned, the higher the power of God gets manifested in your life.
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