It took me about 15 minutes to read this passage. Two stories of God’s deliverance of David are recounted. The first story is where God delivered David from the hands of Saul. This story ended with a test for David; would he seek revenge for himself or allow God to act in his time. David chose to surrender to God’s will and did not take Saul’s life. The second story is an extension of this test. David didn’t kill Saul because he was the king whom God had put over Israel. When David was insulted and rejected by Nabal he set out to murder the man who had dishonored him. God prompted Abigail to seek David’s favor. David wisely saw God at work to deliver him from a very selfish sin. Once again David surrendered to God’s will. God executed judgment on Nabal, and David was spared the guilt of murder. These are reminders to us that God will lead us through difficulties for his glory.
Stuart
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