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2 Samuel 4: When Justice Is Misunderstood (July 3)
In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explores 2 Samuel 4 and the profound lessons on justice and integrity it offers. The chapter reveals how human ambition and deceit can distort what we perceive as justice. Through this passage, we see that God’s justice always stands in contrast to the world’s ways, and integrity should guide our actions, even when faced with opposition.Listen to the Episode
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Key Takeaways
- The danger of misunderstanding God’s justice and seeking shortcuts in leadership.
- How David’s response to his enemies reveals God’s higher standard for justice.
- Practical application of biblical justice in our daily decisions.
Devotional: Reflecting on Justice
As we look at the story in 2 Samuel 4, it’s easy to become disheartened when we see the lengths to which people will go to secure their own agendas. Yet, David’s example stands in stark contrast to this. He chose integrity, trusting God’s justice over his own. In our own lives, we are often faced with choices that require us to decide whether we will take the easier path or stand firm on God’s truth, even when it’s difficult.As you go through your day, remember that God’s justice is not like the world’s—it’s rooted in love, righteousness, and integrity. Take time today to reflect on areas where you may be tempted to compromise or take shortcuts, and instead, trust in God’s perfect justice to guide your actions.More Episodes
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Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
