Contemplative Bible Reading

2 Samuel 5:1-2 (New Living Translation)

Then all the tribes of Israel went to David at Hebron and told him, “We are your own flesh and blood. ² In the past, when Saul was our king, you were the one who really led the forces of Israel. And the Lord told you, ‘You will be the shepherd of my people Israel. You will be Israel’s leader.’”

Funny how we remember and forget. Here we have all the tribes of Israel telling David that he was the one who “really led the forces of Israel.” Hence, the all are loyal to David and all recognize David as the one true king.

David was in Hebron seven years fighting against some of the tribes of Israel. Seven years. For seven years the didn’t seem to remember David’s past accomplishments. Now, however, they shout that David really was the leader all along.

Funny how we remember and forget. Yet, God still grants us His grace.