2 Samuel 11:1 …But David remained in Jerusalem.
The LORD is not mentioned in the chapter until the very last line. David, who did such a good job of focusing on God, rejoicing in God, showing kindness as an extension of His love and appreciation of God, falls so very far during this chapter that it is truly hard for me to read. It hurts my heart.
2 Samuel 11:4 Then David sent messengers to get her. She came to him, and he slept with her….
But what can I learn from David’s fall? The biggest lesson, I think, is that keeping my eyes on Jesus is a constant and continual process. It takes vigilance, adjustments, and correction when we start to drift off-course, which invariably happens. Keeping my eyes on Him has to be a daily priority, hour by hour, moment by moment. Jesus, Help me.
2 Samuel 11:15 …“Put Uriah out in front where the fighting is fiercest. Then withdraw from him so he will be struck down and die.”
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for a crystal-clear picture of what happens when we take our eyes off of You. Thank You for Your willingness to help us course-correct moment by moment. Help me to keep You always at my center. Amen.
2 Samuel 11:27 …But the thing David had done displeased the LORD.
Have a blessed day.
My faith, my life, my teaching–it's all a work in progress.