DAVID MOURNS FOR ABSALOM | Daily Bread | 11-8-24

00:00 - Intro
00:43 - Bible Passage
03:44 - Daily Bread Devotional
05:37 - Prayer

2 Samuel 18:19-33, KV 33
“The king was shaken. He went up to the room over the gateway and wept. As he went, he said: `O my son Absalom! My son, my son Absalom! If only I had died instead of you—O Absalom, my son, my son!’”

Daily Bread
1) Unconditional love.
David’s reaction to his son Absalom’s death shows a deep sorrow that only a parent’s love can bring. Even though Absalom had rebelled against him, David showed a love that goes beyond mistakes. It reminds us of God’s unconditional love for us, despite our flaws. Do you know God’s unconditional love for you? Jeremiah 31:3 says, “…‘I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.’” Even though we make mistakes daily, God’s love never changes. When we live with this understanding, we won’t live as slaves of our past failures, but with hope for a bright future of walking with God. Let’s find confidence in God’s unconditional love!

2) Grieving the Loss of Relationships
David’s grief for Absalom shows that it’s natural to mourn lost relationships, even difficult ones. His deep sadness, despite Absalom’s actions, reminds us that it’s okay to feel pain after a relationship ends, no matter the reason. You may experience the loss of friendships or significant relationships throughout your life. During those hard times, take a moment to seek strength and reassurance from God. As Psalm 147:3 says, "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Remember, God sees us when we’re hurt, but He is so good that He can turn even our greatest pains into healing and growth.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Your love for us is great and unfailing, even when we stray from You. Teach me to love others as You have loved me. Please help me to handle the pain of lost relationships by depending on Your grace and strength. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.

One Word: Receive God’s unconditional love!


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