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I’ve been doing a lot of reading lately regarding intercession and strategies and a lot of history takes me back to the Amalekites. They were bad news for the Israelites and when Saul had victory over the Amalekites God was really specific.
Now go, attack the Amalekites and totally destroy all that belongs to them. Do not spare them; put to death men and women, children and infants, cattle and sheep, camels and donkeys. 1 Samuel 15:3, NIV
When Saul disobeyed it invited the Amalekites back to mess with the Israelites
It seems extreme but God has purpose to everything. Everything. He needed the Amalekites wiped off the face of the Earth for Israel’s protection. Long story short, Saul disobeyed.
It’s easy for me to shake my finger at Saul and reflect on all the ways he blew it. He decided to play god and it was the beginning of the end for him. The consequences kept coming.
My heart is for surrender and freedom in Christ and although I had to Google “smite” and I wouldn’t recognize an Amalekite without God or a professor, I know disobedience. I’ve yet to meet one recovering alcoholic that can keep a couple drinks on hand and not return to old ways. Anyone that struggles with p*rn knows they will never live free if they keep just one file on their computer or one magazine hidden. When I had relationships that I knew were toxic and God was asking me to let go, I had to completely release the friendship. When I thought oh, I’ll just e mail them, that will work…it. did. not.
God knows what He is doing and He loves you enough to tell you there is some destroying to do. When He asks you, it is for your good to obey. Don’t play god and keep remnants around out of sympathy or for trophies.
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Judi
14 years ago
Great word Julie. Hebrews 12:11 No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Great word Julie. Hebrews 12:11 No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Great word Julie,
This was right on… Love the picture too.
*boom* destroying is often the only way…annihilation…Girl THIS is an awesome Word! My fave of the day! Wow…whew….sooo good!
peace,
lori
Love that smite button… what a powerful image!
Loooove the Smite button! Ha!
Nice, sobering word to go along with it though… I needed it!
Thank you :0)
Amen Judi!
Thanks Susan, I know it hit me right inbetween the eyes as well.
It seems so harsh but it truly is the way to healing and moving forward. I’m so glad it spoke to you!
I know, that is an image I know I won’t forget anytime soon!
Thanks for reading Tracye, I’m glad you enjoyed it.