When David reached the summit of the Mount of Olives where people worshiped God, Hushai the Arkite was waiting there for him. Hushai had torn his clothing and put dirt on his head as a sign of mourning. But David told him, “If you go with me, you will only be a burden. Return to Jerusalem and tell Absalom, ‘I will now be your adviser, O king, just as I was your father’s adviser in the past.’ Then you can frustrate and counter Ahithophel’s advice. Zadok and Abiathar, the priests, will be there. Tell them about the plans being made in the king’s palace, and they will send their sons Ahimaaz and Jonathan to tell me what is going on.” So David’s friend Hushai returned to Jerusalem, getting there just as Absalom arrived. [2 Samuel 15.32-37]
There is a lot about David's life at this particular point in history that is less than impressive. However, the story above clearly shows David's unmatched military prowess.
With all that had gone wrong in David's life, it is clear that David understood people and was capable of using that to his advantage.
From the very onset of Absalom's rebellion, David implemented a plan. And, for as much as is known from today's OYCB reading, David's plan probably saved his life right from the beginning.
What is the conclusion to be taken away from this?
I would think we should all see that even in the darkest of times, God will help us. Even in the most hopeless situations we should not be without a plan.
Father, I don't really know if my conclusions today are correct. However, it seems prudent to always be looking ahead.
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