Words to Heart
1 Samuel 21:12
David took these words to heart and was very much afraid of Achish king of Gath.
Becoming king was never easy for David. For years he had to contend with Saul, who was still on the throne and determined to kill him. In this chapter, he is on the run. A stopover in Nob doomed Ahimelech, the priest who helped him. His next stop was Gath, where Achish was king.
Apparently he was panicked when the servants recognized him, and this led to the embarrassing episode when he acted insane. It can be a risky thing, taking words to heart. If they are casual comments, passing remarks, idle words, or anything that isn't from God, taking them into my innermost thoughts may cause all sorts of unfortunate reactions.
God, give me wisdom as to what I take to heart. Let your wisdom and your discernment fill my heart so I don't drive myself crazy over what I hear.
David took these words to heart and was very much afraid of Achish king of Gath.
Becoming king was never easy for David. For years he had to contend with Saul, who was still on the throne and determined to kill him. In this chapter, he is on the run. A stopover in Nob doomed Ahimelech, the priest who helped him. His next stop was Gath, where Achish was king.
Apparently he was panicked when the servants recognized him, and this led to the embarrassing episode when he acted insane. It can be a risky thing, taking words to heart. If they are casual comments, passing remarks, idle words, or anything that isn't from God, taking them into my innermost thoughts may cause all sorts of unfortunate reactions.
God, give me wisdom as to what I take to heart. Let your wisdom and your discernment fill my heart so I don't drive myself crazy over what I hear.
posted by ruthees @ 1:41 PM
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