Dr. John MuhlfeldAugust 10, 2025
Whether in business, warfare, or politics, hostile takeovers are common in our fallen world. David was driven from the throne of Israel through a coup d’etat orchestrated by his own son. But rather than resulting in disaster, the takeover was a blessing in disguise since it drew David back to humble submission before the Lord. No outward takeover can ever truly harm those whose hearts have been captured by the grace of God, ultimately through the purchase price of Jesus’ blood shed on the cross.
Passage: 2 Samuel 15:1-35