“Thus he (Abiathar the priest) turned the hearts of all the men of Judah as one man, so that they sent word to the king, saying, “Return, you and all your servants.The king then returned and came as far as the Jordan.” (v.14-15a)
Today’s passage depicts the return of King David after the rebellion against him. This account is hardly glorious for there was still much infighting between the 12 tribes and not everyone was excited to see the return of the king. Some were worried because of the part they played in the rebellion against him. While others were happy at the defeat of Absalom and the prospect of a united kingdom.
This could be a picture of another coming king and the mixed attitudes of the people around us every day. We know that not everyone will meet Jesus in the same way when He returns. Some will be excited and happy but many others will be caught off guard and be fearful. The big question for all of us is how will we meet the King?
If you’re fearful, then you need to repent this very moment and bring back the king in your life and serve Him today.
The Truth: “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9)
