April 29, 2019: SOAP #3434:  2Samuel 4,5; Psalm 139; Matthew 16

Scripture:  2Samuel (NIV) 5:9 David then took up residence in the fortress and called it the City of David. He built up the area around it, from the supporting terraces inward. 10 And he became more and more powerful, because the LORD God Almighty was with him. 11 Now Hiram king of Tyre sent messengers to David, along with cedar logs and carpenters and stonemasons, and they built a palace for David. 12 And David knew that the LORD had established him as king over Israel and had exalted his kingdom for the sake of his people Israel.

Observation:   There was a reason for David’s success and military strength.  It was not because David was so wise or had such leadership skills.  It was because the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY WAS WITH HIM!

David was not living under any delusion that his own wisdom and leadership skills had brought him such success.  David KNEW THAT THE LORD HAD ESTABLISHED HIM AS KING.  David knew that God had given him authority to make him useful—to make him a greater servant.

Application:  Thinking that I am where I am because of my wisdom and skills can make me arrogant and prideful.  Knowing that God has place me where He desires makes me humble and useful.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, what a great privilege it is to be your servant.  Serving you fills my heart with joy.  May I be useful.  Amen

Pastor Leon
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