When it is wise to hide

1 Samuel  20:24 So David hid himself in the field: and when the new moon was come, the king sat him down to eat meat.

Is it not foolish and presumptuous fire us to face danger headlong when we can do something either to avert or escape it? David acted wisely according to the text above.

It had been very clear to him that his life was no longer safe with King Saul. He had seen clear signs to confirm his fear, David opted to stay away with the support of Jonathan, his friend  and close confident.

It might have been too foolish to think that since Gif had chosen him to be king, He would have prevented Saul from killing him, even if he was careless with his one life. He did what was right, ran away and hid.

We need to learn from David. God's d promises of protection, guidance, and deliverance are not to make us complacent, negligent, foolish or presumptuous.

There are certain things God would not do for us, when we are suppose to avoid danger, we must do so as much as God is giving us the grace. God instructed Joseph to hide Jesus away in Egypt from the onslaught of Herod, should we be less wise?

Don't be careless with your life and safety, you are responsible for checking your diet for your health sake, you are responsible for putting security measures in your car, home and office.

Don't tempt God, when you have done your best, leave the rest unit the unfailing God.

God will not help you do what you can do.

Bless you.

Prayer key:

1. Dear lord, thank you for another day like this in Jesus name.

2. Lord, Help me not to be careless with my life in any way in Jesus name.

3. Help and fight for me where and when my strength ends as a man in Jesus name.

4. Thank you for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.