Quiet Time Notes

Notes from my daily Quiet Times with God

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November 7th, 2015
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So he stole the hearts of all the people of Israel - 2 Samuel 15:6

David forgave and reinstated Absalom after murdering his brother

In his desire to have what he wanted right now, he lost everything

After David welcomed him back, Absalom began to plotting to kill his father so he could take the throne of Israel

He beagan his treason by first winning the people's hearts and minds

Absalom temporarly succeeded but in the end David's troops defeated him and he died a painful death

Despite of Absalom's talents, leadership skills, and potential, his impatience messed up his chance at greatness

  • No sons
  • No legacy of godly leadership
  • A stone memorial he built for himself - 2 Samuel 18:18

 


Key Phrase: In Absalom's desire to have what he wanted right now, he lost everything