1 Samuel 27 -- David's Despondency

"These chapters record the experiences of David when he was living without God's intimate, loving guidance," my commentary said.  It was caused by worry and the deception he was using with Achish.  He'd been a fugitive for about 7 years and he decided to flee Israel, moving to Gath -- Goliath's hometown in Philistine territory -- and he raided Israel's enemies while telling Achish he was raiding Israel.

"God's children must be careful not to yield to despondency.  Moses was discouraged over his heavy workload and wanted to die, and Elijah ran from the place of duty because of fear and discouragement.  When we start looking at God through our circumstances instead of looking at our circumstances through God's eyes, we will lose faith, patience, and courage, and the enemy will triumph," my commentary said.

Father, despondency has been knocking on my door for several years now, but I've trusted You with my circumstances.  Please keep me trusting in You and don't let despondency get a foothold.

Your Brother In Christ,
Gary Ford