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DAVID BECAME KING BY GOD’S APPOINTMENT
FRIDAY, JULY 17
2 Samuel 5

Psalm 45:1-7

 

“Thy throne, O God, is
for ever and ever: the sceptre

of thy kingdom is a right sceptre.”

 

DAVID BECAME KING BY GOD’S APPOINTMENT
 
David knew that he was in office as king of Israel with God’s permission. Matthew Henry has this comment: “David’s government was rooted and built up. David was established king; so is the Son of David, and all who, through him, are made to our God kings and priests. Never had the nation of Israel appeared so great as it began now to be. Many have the favour and love of God, yet do not perceive it, and so want the comfort of it; but to be exalted to that, and to perceive it, is happiness. David owned it was for his people’s sake God had done great things for him; that he might be a blessing to them, and that they might be happy under him.”
 
David consolidated his power as king. He was an efficient administrator and a brave soldier. Thus, he exercised his office as the king of God’s chosen nation. His perception was in agreement with God’s plan for the nation.
 
David as a king had the duty to protect his nation. His first war as king of Israel was with the Philistines as they waged war against him. He was not frightened by this old enemy for he was familiar with them. He was ready to face the Philistines and did not shy away from confronting them. This first war as king of the whole nation was also meant to show that he was a worthy king. As was his custom, he did not face any enemy without seeking the Lord. This was what he did in this instance. The Lord gave him an immediate answer and direction, and he was victorious in that war.
 
Israel was a nation chosen by God from the time of Abraham; her direction was guided by the Lord. David was part of the unfolding drama of redemption. Where is your place in God’s eternal plan? Jesus is the greater Son of David and He came to save you. Accept Him now.
 
THOUGHT: God had appointed all things before the world began.

PRAYER: Father, guide me to fulfil my duties efficiently.

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