2 Samuel 18:1-19:8; Jeremiah 2:1-3:5; Galatians 4:1-20
Ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. Galatians 5:13
At the time when kings go forth to battle…David tarried…by this deed [against Bathsheba] thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to blaspheme. 2 Samuel 11:1; 12:14
Our liberty in Christ is to bring Him glory not shame. God rewarded David and Daniel’s youthful faithfulness with influential positions. Sadly, David’s faithfulness waned, and sin ensued, providing the enemy great occasion against God. Contrastingly, Daniel, remained faithful, and gave no such occasion (Dan. 6:4)! Steadfast, faithful, loving service is paramount in our lives to bring glory to Him. May we run and finish well! —David J. Reed
Looking off unto Jesus, I go not astray;
My eyes are on Him and He shows me the way. —J.N. Darby & A. Warner