2 Samuel 24:14 · KJV

"And David said unto Gad, I am in a great strait: let us fall now into the hand of the LORD; for his mercies are great: and let me not fall into the hand of man."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹²Go and say unto David, Thus saith the LORD, I offer thee three things; choose thee one of them, that I may do it unto thee.

¹³So Gad came to David, and told him, and said unto him, Shall seven years of famine come unto thee in thy land? or wilt thou flee three months before thine enemies, while they pursue thee? or that there be three days' pestilence in thy land? now advise, and see what answer I shall return to him that sent me.

¹⁴And David said unto Gad, I am in a great strait: let us fall now into the hand of the LORD; for his mercies are great: and let me not fall into the hand of man.

¹⁵So the LORD sent a pestilence upon Israel from the morning even to the time appointed: and there died of the people from Dan even to Beer-sheba seventy thousand men.

¹⁶And when the angel stretched out his hand upon Jerusalem to destroy it, the LORD repented him of the evil, and said to the angel that destroyed the people, It is enough: stay now thine hand. And the angel of the LORD was by the threshingplace of Araunah the Jebusite.

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Reflection Questions

How does acknowledging God's mercy impact your decisions?

What does it mean for you to trust in God's hand over man's?

When have you felt caught between two difficult choices?

Life Application

faith

Trusting in God's mercy can guide us during tough decisions. Reflect on a time when faith helped you choose wisely.

decision-making

Consider how you can rely on prayer and scripture when faced with difficult choices.

People in This Verse

DavidBoth

The second king of Israel, known for his leadership, poetry, and a heart for God. He is a central figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 16:1

GadOT

A prophet during the reign of David who provided counsel and guidance. He played a key role in advising David during critical moments.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 22:5

Connection to Jesus

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David's plea for mercy reflects the themes of repentance and reliance on God's grace, which are central to Jesus' teachings.

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