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2 Samuel 6:21 · KJV

"And David said unto Michal, It was before the LORD, which chose me before thy father, and before all his house, to appoint me ruler over the people of the LORD, over Israel: therefore will I play before the LORD."

King James Version

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Passage Context

19And he dealt among all the people, even among the whole multitude of Israel, as well to the women as men, to every one a cake of bread, and a good piece of flesh, and a flagon of wine. So all the people departed every one to his house.
20Then David returned to bless his household. And Michal the daughter of Saul came out to meet David, and said, How glorious was the king of Israel to day, who uncovered himself to day in the eyes of the handmaids of his servants, as one of the vain fellows shamelessly uncovereth himself!
21And David said unto Michal, It was before the LORD, which chose me before thy father, and before all his house, to appoint me ruler over the people of the LORD, over Israel: therefore will I play before the LORD.
22And I will yet be more vile than thus, and will be base in mine own sight: and of the maidservants which thou hast spoken of, of them shall I be had in honour.
23Therefore Michal the daughter of Saul had no child unto the day of her death.

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Devotional Reflection

JoyGratitudeHopeAwe

David was made fun of for dancing and being so happy when the Ark of the Covenant came back home. He did not let the criticism stop him, though. When the Ark came back, there was a party. His God was the only one who was real and alive. His God had helped him beat dangerous enemies time and time again. His God had kept His people alive through a long history of challenges, oppression, wandering, and fighting. David was sure He would, and he was happy to be able to celebrate in front of the Lord. We should, right?

Prayer

Lord God Almighty, You are my joy, my hope, and my future. You are powerful and holy, full of grace and mercy. I am happy because You are the One and only One who deserves all glory, honor, and praise. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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