Scripture:
“But some evil troublemakers among David’s men said, “They didn’t go with us, so they can’t have any of the plunder we recovered. Give them their wives and children, and tell them to be gone.” But David said, “No, my brothers! Don’t be selfish with what the Lord has given us. He has kept us safe and helped us defeat the band of raiders that attacked us.” 1 Samuel 30:22-23 NLT
Observation:
When David went into battle, 200 of his 600 men were too tired and weak to go with them into battle. When they returned with the plunder, some of David’s men thought that those who didn’t go into battle should not get any of the plunder from the battles. David rebuked them and said they couldn’t be selfish with what the Lord had given them. He made a rule for the future that everyone shared the spoils of war, whether you fought or stayed home to watch the artillery.
Application:
David realized that some are not as strong as others. He realized that everyone had different talents and abilities. When they won a battle, he wanted the whole nation to celebrate, not just the soldiers who fought the battle. He wanted a win for some to be a win for all. This is unity and oneness. When we realize that not everyone has the same gifts or abilities, but we are all working together, we will defeat the enemy every time. Unity is crucial and is only possible when we see everyone as important and reward everyone when a win takes place.
Prayer:
Father, You are amazing and I love You with all my heart. Thanks for letting me see this morning that we can’t all do everything and that everyone should celebrate when there is a win in the camp. Help me to celebrate the wins for often and better with Word of Life. Help me to celebrate people well and to let everyone take part in the celebration.
Yours,
Jeff
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