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Day by Day - 2 Samuel
The Weight of Leadership
Clif Johnson
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Aired on Mar 19, 2025
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Mar 13, 2025
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00:02:15 Minutes
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devotionals leadership weariness

Scripture

2 Samuel 21:15-16

Even leaders grow tired. The wise ones surround themselves with faithful warriors.   #daybydaylw   Interested in learning more about becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org!   ~~~ Let’s look deeper into the story we started yesterday from 2 Samuel 21:15. In ancient warfare, kings often fought on the battlefield with their soldiers. David had always been a warrior-king, leading Israel in battle from his youth. But in this passage, something significant happens—David grows weary in the fight. No matter how strong we are, there comes a time when we need help. The Philistine warrior Ishbi-benob sees David’s fatigue as an opportunity to strike. It is a moment of vulnerability that could have cost Israel their king. But Abishai steps in and slays the giant before he can reach David. This passage makes us aware of the weight of leadership. David was a great leader, but he was not invincible. Leaders grow weary. They need people who will stand in the gap, support them, and fight alongside them. How often do we try to carry the weight alone? Do we allow others to help us, or do we pridefully press on until we collapse or burnout? God places people in our lives for a reason. We must learn to lean on them. As you walk with the Lord today, consider these 3 points of prayer, 2 people, and closing thought: Points of Prayer Lord, help me to recognize when I need to lean on others. Surround me with godly people who will step in when I am weary. Give me the humility to receive help when I need it. 2 people to pray for Angel de Jesus, our National Changemaker in Puerto Rico The Arabic Lifeword broadcast for the people of Australia, Canada, United States,& Lebanon Summary Thought Even leaders grow tired. The wise ones surround themselves with faithful warriors.

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