"Then David arose and fled that day from before Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath.....Now David...was very much afraid of Achish the king of Gath. So he changed his behavior before them, pretended madness in their hands, scratched on the doors of the gate, and let his saliva fall down on his beard."
I Samuel 21:10, 12-13
Is there something wrong with this picture? David retrieved the sword that killed Goliath from Ahimelech (I Sam. 21:9). Then he fled to Gath, the very homeland of Goliah (I Sam. 17:4). But he was afraid, so he had to put on a facade to make them think he is harmless. I guess I shouldn't think it strange, because I have found myself faking it in the presence of unbelievers because of fear, while in my hand is the sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:17). People already think I my ladder does not go all the way to the top, so why should I pretend?
Today's Thought: The Believer does not have to live in fear of the enemy nor put on a front when he is standing in God's armor and strength.
Have a strong day in Jesus. Love you.
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