Let Them Ask You
Wednesday, November 11
2 Samuel 18:22-25 (NKJV)
“And Ahimaaz the son of Zadok said again to Joab, “But whatever happens, please let me also run after the Cushite.” So Joab said, “Why will you run, my son, since you have no news ready?” “But whatever happens,” he said, “let me run.” So he said to him, “Run.” Then Ahimaaz ran by way of the plain, and outran the Cushite. Now David was sitting between the two gates. And the watchman went up to the roof over the gate, to the wall, lifted his eyes and looked, and there was a man, running alone. Then the watchman cried out and told the king. And the king said, “If he is alone, there is news in his mouth.” And he came rapidly and drew near.”
Devotion
There are days we feel so empty, days we don’t want to look ahead, fearing the truth or the unknown. Days we cannot understand the wayward. We read this in 2 Samuel 18:22–25, where the anxiety of running out of excitement to share a notable message, one that also brings bad news, leads to a reflection on both the great and the painful.
The need to run and tell the truth is so significant in this Scripture. While pain waited ahead for the receiver, the message was delivered in an orderly manner, with love and compassion.
We can find successful outcomes in the midst of trials, after trials, and after trials. Miracles appear all around us, day after day, minute by minute, second after second. The first miracle is humanity; then the following miracle is salvation.
We ought to run excitedly about what God has done in our lives and run to report it. Encourage people to ask, “Why is our light shining?” as we walk as believers. Let them ask you, “Why such joy in the midst of a storm?” Share the testimony and the truth that strengthen our light and our courage.
There is assurance in knowing that once we were blind, but are no longer because of the cross. Now is the time. Nahum 1:9 reminds us that, no matter what is happening, God Himself will take care of it.
The miracle of our salvation reminds us that Jesus is always on our side, and we can confidently share the truth, the truth that has set us free. Keep your message fresh, share your testimony, and follow up with the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who took our sins and gave us the opportunity for change—the miracle of a new life in freedom through the Spirit of the Almighty.
Run with your miracle, let them ask you, and share your report of victory and successful outcomes because He first loved us.
Today's Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
I come before You with a humble heart, ready to be part of Your army of followers of the King of Kings, Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior. Help me always seek Your best for the people You place in my path. Give me the courage to share my testimony boldly and the faith to recognize the power of the miracle You have done in my life. May my story bring hope to others and point them to You. In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Apply It Today
Always be ready to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. “Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all long suffering and teaching.” 2 Timothy 4:2 (NKJV)
Resources
- Don’t let what you’ve been through go to waste! Take a moment to watch “Don't Waste What You've Been Through” and be encouraged to see how God can turn your experiences into purpose, strength, and a testimony that impacts others.
- Join us this morning at 10:00 AM for our Live Devotion! Be encouraged and strengthened by God’s Word as we grow together in faith. Watch live in the Free Chapel Facebook Group, on the Free Chapel App, or live.freechapel.org.