The leader chosen by the Israelite people dies a shameful death, loses all his fighting men, his sons, his armor bearer, and his bases camps. The body of one who was expected to rescue the people from the Philistines had to be itself rescued. The anger and envy that had destroyed his family finally destroyed him – and put his country in danger. It is a serious thing to presume to lead others while not dealing with your own sins. They will find you out.
Oh LORD, forgive us our sins. Purify us, so that we might serve and lead with integrity. May such a dismal day of sin’s consequences never come to us.
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