2 Samuel Eleven

It appears the most innocent character of this story has the worst thing happen to him. Urriah on all accounts here seems to be noble, loyal and committed to representing King David well. So why does he die in this chapter? Because David is attempting to cover up an incredibly unwise choice that he made. Sin will usually offer instant gratification. That is why it is so enticing (take Batsheba here, beautiful, attainable and willing). The problem with it is, that sin disguises the future. David's attempt to cover up this choice appears to work. It seems that no one knows what happened (except him, Bathsheba and a few messengers). That is until you get to the last verse of the chapter.

God is aware of David's cover up attempt. We can fool anyone in the world as to the person that we are at our core. Everyone that is except yourself and God. In the next chapter God will speak to David about his crime through the prophet Nathan. David will experience the consequences of his actions. Just like we do. But through it all God's love never changes. He is committed to helping you grow and loves you to much to allow you to sabotage your life.

"Father, thank You for caring about my heart."

Heart and Soul,
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