THE STORY OF JESUS: 1 Samuel 20-23
“All who were in distress, in debt or discontented gathered around him.”(1 Samuel 22:2)
It is interesting how, like Jesus, David is followed by the outcasts of society.
Those who are weary and heavy burdened come to him to find rest.
Life is not easy, they are constantly threatened; and yet they come together as a team.
“And he became their commander.” (1 Samuel 22:2)
Jesus is known as the Son of David, the Lord’s anointed one (Matthew 9:27).
He also gathers those in distress, debt or discontented by life in this world.
And He has become our commander, we His disciples.
Like David and his followers, Jesus followers are also on the run and under attack.
Like David, the Lord watches over us and will not give us into Satan’s hands. (1 Samuel 23:13)
I want to be like Jonathan was to David, a deeply devoted friend and supporter.
We are a motley crew of devoted followers, coming from all parts of the world.
Discontented with the world, in debt and distress through sin, we stand with Jesus.
We come to Him, weary and heavy-burdened, and He has given us rest!
“And he became our commander.” (1 Samuel 22:2)
What do you sense the Lord saying to you?
PRAYER
Lord, we are a mixed bag of followers, devoted to the One that is devoted to us. We follow You because we love You, and trust You to lead us well!