REDEMPTION THROUGH CHRIST | Daily Bread | 9-29-24

00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Bible Passage
04:07 - Daily Bread Devotional
05:45 - Prayer

2 Samuel 14:1-17, KV 14
“Like water spilled on the ground, which cannot be recovered, so we must die. But that is not what God desires; rather, he devises ways so that a banished person does not remain banished from him.”

Daily Bread
1) The power of forgiveness.
Joab helped David and Absalom make peace, showing how important it is to forgive and rebuild broken relationships. This reminds us that God wants us to reconcile with Him and with others. Just like David forgave his son, God is always ready to forgive and restore us

when we come to Him. In life, you might have conflicts with family, friends, or classmates. Instead of holding onto anger, try to make things right. Talk to the person you've had problems with, and work through the issue together, wisely and prayerfully. Remember, reconciliation isn’t just about solving the issue; it’s about turning superficial connections into genuine, loving relationships.


2) The assurance of redemption in Christ.
The woman’s plea to King David to bring back her banished son symbolizes our own spiritual restoration through Christ. Just like she asked for mercy for her son, Christ intercedes for us, showing that we are not permanently separated from God because of our sins. Embrace the freedom that comes with redemption in Christ. This means living a life that reflects gratitude for His sacrifice. When you accept Jesus’ redeeming love, your actions will reflect that you are fully accepted and loved by God. Let’s show kindness and forgiveness to others, reflecting the same love we’ve received.


Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of reconciliation through Jesus Christ. Help me to live in the freedom He provides and to seek reconciliation and forgiveness in my own relationships, just as You have forgiven me. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.


One Word: Overcoming conflict through reconciliation!



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