2 Samuel 18

(July 14, 2014)

                Once again, we see how David is a Christ-figure.  Absalom rejected David, and sought to take away his kingdom.  David’s reign was put to flight, and he was in exile.  And yet, Absalom’s death (while justified) was heartrending to David and he mourned over what could have been.

                Christ is the rightful king of this world, but each of us in our daily actions reject Him and seek to take away His Kingdom and His Divine right of rulership.  And so, rather than destroy us, Christ reigns in exile.  The day will come when each of us will willingly submit to Christ again, or we will be destroyed (as was Absalom).  When that time comes, Christ will not be rejoicing in the conquering of His enemies, but rather will be mourning the loss of His friends who rejected Him.