Be careful and watchful for the Absalom spirit that would desire to usurp your authority. After usurpation comes a vicious attempt or an assassination to "dethrone" you from your place.
An Absalom movement brings division, confusion, pretense, and all manner of evil. This very scenario was encountered by King David in 2 Samuel 13:13-37--15:12, when his son Absalom revolted against him. When his conspirators and use-to-be loyal friends joined in the fight, it led King David and those who remained faithful to him straight into the wilderness. However, it was the wilderness experience of despondency and sorrow and of betrayal and sadness that led King David to ascend to the throne of GOD. It is right there, in that sacred and secret place of the Most High that the LORD will release His wisdom, comfort, and strategy.
King David, although he fled, DID NOT relinquish his position, kingdom, and authority. He sought to go to war and meet head-to-head with his own son and his foolish followers. But imagine how devastating this undermining blow must have made him feel; for David was a father who loved his son. Yet, he DID NOT permit such an act of treason and dishonor to go unpunished even from his own child. He didn't brush it "under the carpet" as some parents brush things away. HE DEALT WITH IT!
Parents, it doesn't matter how old your children are! When your children revolt or underhandedly aspire to do things that are not pleasing in the sight of GOD, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to lay things straight by bringing rebuke, correction, and tough love when needed. Now, whether they receive the correction and repent is up to them; however, they will reap the reward of their own works and bear the fruit of their own choices.
When family, friends, or people rise up against you, let that very evil work propel you to the Mercy Seat of GOD. Like King David, MEET IT HEAD-TO-HEAD but let it also bring you to a place of humility instead of pride; a place of forgiveness instead of bitterness. For the LORD GOD will not allow injustice to reign over you. Psalm 23 says that He will PREPARE a table even in the midst of your enemies and He will ANOINT your head with oil. In other words, He will empower and strengthen you.
BE IT KNOWN that GOD's protection ASPIRES when people CONSPIRE!
An Absalom movement brings division, confusion, pretense, and all manner of evil. This very scenario was encountered by King David in 2 Samuel 13:13-37--15:12, when his son Absalom revolted against him. When his conspirators and use-to-be loyal friends joined in the fight, it led King David and those who remained faithful to him straight into the wilderness. However, it was the wilderness experience of despondency and sorrow and of betrayal and sadness that led King David to ascend to the throne of GOD. It is right there, in that sacred and secret place of the Most High that the LORD will release His wisdom, comfort, and strategy.
King David, although he fled, DID NOT relinquish his position, kingdom, and authority. He sought to go to war and meet head-to-head with his own son and his foolish followers. But imagine how devastating this undermining blow must have made him feel; for David was a father who loved his son. Yet, he DID NOT permit such an act of treason and dishonor to go unpunished even from his own child. He didn't brush it "under the carpet" as some parents brush things away. HE DEALT WITH IT!
Parents, it doesn't matter how old your children are! When your children revolt or underhandedly aspire to do things that are not pleasing in the sight of GOD, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to lay things straight by bringing rebuke, correction, and tough love when needed. Now, whether they receive the correction and repent is up to them; however, they will reap the reward of their own works and bear the fruit of their own choices.
When family, friends, or people rise up against you, let that very evil work propel you to the Mercy Seat of GOD. Like King David, MEET IT HEAD-TO-HEAD but let it also bring you to a place of humility instead of pride; a place of forgiveness instead of bitterness. For the LORD GOD will not allow injustice to reign over you. Psalm 23 says that He will PREPARE a table even in the midst of your enemies and He will ANOINT your head with oil. In other words, He will empower and strengthen you.
Be comforted because the LORD will unveil the falsehood of those who secretly plan and devise mischief against you and those who would even seek your favor for deceitful conspiracies.
BE IT KNOWN that GOD's protection ASPIRES when people CONSPIRE!
Tilt your heart towards the SON!
Influence, Inspire, and Infiltrate Your World!
Narda Goodson
First Lady of Whitewright, Texas
2012 Will the REAL ME Please Stand Up!
Facebook/Twitter: @nardagoodson
2012 Will the REAL ME Please Stand Up!
Facebook/Twitter: @nardagoodson
Official Website: http://nardagoodson.org
Women's Network: http://predestinedbygod.com
