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EPISODE · Feb 11, 2026 · 6 MIN

The Big Story | David: Restraint When Revenge Feels Justified

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Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:2–7Hunted by Saul and given the perfect opportunity to strike back, David chooses restraint. Rather than seizing power or taking revenge, he trusts God to bring justice in His time. This episode explores what it means to leave justice in God’s hands—even when retaliation seems justified.Key ThemesTrusting God’s justice instead of taking controlFaithfulness shown through restraintChoosing integrity in moments of powerReflection QuestionWhere might God be inviting you to trust His justice instead of seeking your own?Prayer FocusAsking for a steadfast heart that trusts God in seasons of waiting.Hear the message for this week's devotional on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristFellowshipMcKinneyGet the written devotional at: https://cfhome.org/EGDIf you are in the North Dallas area and would like to join us for services each week, you can find all the information at https://cfhome.org.

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Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:2–7Hunted by Saul and given the perfect opportunity to strike back, David chooses restraint. Rather than seizing power or taking revenge, he trusts God to bring justice in His time. This episode explores what it means to leave...

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