But the king said, “What have I to do with you, you sons of Zeruiah? So let him curse, because the LORD has said to him, ‘Curse David.’ Who then shall say, ‘Why have you done so?’” And David said to Abishai and all his servants, “See how my son who came from my own body seeks my life. How much more now may this Benjamite? Let him alone, and let him curse; for so the LORD has ordered him. It may be that the LORD will look on my affliction, and that the LORD will repay me with good for his cursing this day.” And as David and his men went along the road, Shimei went along the hillside opposite him and cursed as he went, threw stones at him and kicked up dust. 2 Samuel 10-13 (NKJV)
King David had just been forced out of his throne by his own son Absalom. He had suddenly become a fugitive in his own domain. His erstwhile subjects even switched allegiance in the blinking of an eye. His critics jeered and made fun of him, some even went as far as cursing him out. Shimei of the house of Saul cursed him out big time and made a vocation at that. David's response was amazing. Contrary to the advise of some of his loyal guards and followers, he opted to letting the man curse and using him and his curse as a point of reference to make his case before His Creator God.
When setbacks, tragedy, failure come by, we can use the opportunity to seek the Lord's grace and mercy. Even when it all looks like the tide on every side is against you, look at it with a different view, an eye to reflect on areas we may have missed it, an opportunity for a new beginning and a chance to seek His face and mercy. In all things, there is always an opportunity.
Be Encouraged,
Afolabi
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