Bedside Watchman Reviling Not Again

Last Updated on : October 11, 2014

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July 30th -- 2 Samuel 16

Reviling Not Again

The scene is one we would do well to carry in our hearts -- Shimei's violent language and the flying stones, and David's silent, disciplined army marching towards Jericho, with their king humbled in their midst. Another, greater than David, "who did no sin neither was guile found in his mouth," would bear a greater reproach outside the walls of Jerusalem. When reviled, he would not threaten but would commit himself to Him that judgeth righteously. Twelve legions of angels would be his servants, but not one of them would silence those who cursed the Son of God. Christ's submission before undeserved cursing and bitterness was part of the triumph of his spirit.

Harry Tennant, The Man David, page 169