2 Samuel 17

Scripture2 Samuel 17:14bFor the Lord had determined to frustrate the good advice of Ahithophel in order to bring disaster on Absalom.Observation - What does it say?Absalom’s plan to take his father’s throne had been years in the making. He had been strategic and used his wisdom, relationships and connections to execute it all. Things seem to be going well for him, so well that even the great King David had abandoned his palace in Jerusalem and was on the run for his life. However, as much as Absalom felt his plan would continue to unfold just as he desired, the Lord had other things in mind.Understanding - What does it mean?God is ultimately in control.The Lord was determined to bring disaster on Absalom who had wrongfully spilled the blood of his brother, refused to repent, and was now attempting to take a throne with no regard for the man God had chosen to sit on it.God used his servant’s advice to Absalom to accomplish his will to bring disaster on Absalom. Today, he still uses his servants to bring about his will for people and nations.Although political parties, politicians and other people in positions of power may think they are in control, ultimately God is in control. No matter who is president, Jesus is still king. Regardless of the political situations in our country and around the world, regardless of the turmoil and how things look on the surface, God is above it all and he is working everything into conformity with the purpose of his will (Ephesians 1:11).Life ApplicationTrust God to bring about his plans and purposes for us and our nation.

God, thank you that you are in control! We ask for your kingdom to come and your will to be done here on earth as it is in heaven. We trust that you are working everything together for the good of those who love you. We believe that if what we see isn’t good, that means it isn’t over. Because the end you are working things toward is good. Amen.

 

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- Levi Thompson