Clinging To The King

When others rebel against Jesus, it gives us the opportunity to show our faithfulness.   #daybydaylw   Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!   ~~~   “But, the men of Judah followed their king steadfastly from the Jordan to Jerusalem." David had just endured the rebellion of Absalom, and now, another enemy arose—Sheba. The question loomed: Would David’s kingdom crumble? Would another war break out? In moments like these, when the battle seems never-ending, we hold our breath, wondering what will happen next. This is the way of the enemy. He doesn’t wait until we’re strong; he strikes when we’re weary. Just as one battle ends, another begins. Perhaps you feel this in your own life—one hardship after another, no time to catch your breath. Maybe this is even what we see in the church today—attack after attack, trial after trial. But look at the response of the men of Judah. Instead of scattering, they clung to David. They followed him more closely than before, standing firm by his side. One pastor insightfully put it this way: When others rebel against King Jesus, it gives us an even greater opportunity to show our loyalty to Him. The men of Judah didn’t shrink back. They didn’t let the rebellion of others shake their faithfulness. They drew near to their king, strengthening their allegiance. And we must do the same. When opposition rises, when rebellion increases, let it drive us closer to Christ. Let our loyalty be made clear—not just in word, but in action. Prayer Focus: Ask God for strength to remain steadfast in times of hardship. Pray for faithfulness to Christ when others turn away. Lift up Joe & Mira Costa, missionaries in Lebanon. Pray for the French-Canadian Lifeword broadcast in Canada. Trials will come. Rebellion will rise. But let it be said of us: We followed our King steadfastly.