In the 21st chapter of 1 Chronicles, David takes a census of Israel. This comes about by Satan rising up against his people. Even after Joab questions his motives for doing so, David still orders the census. Joab does as he is told, but not completely. He knows it is wrong and purposefully leaves out the tribes of Benjamin and Levi.
God is displeased by this. So much so that He gives David a choice: three years of famine, three months of losing war against his enemies, or three days of a severe plague. David pleads for mercy. God sends a plague.
Then, as an angel is about to destroy Jerusalem, He stops the angel. David builds an altar as God orders and offers a burnt offering to the Lord.
Whenever you are faced with a sudden obstacle or have a reaction to something dramatic in your life, it is always wise to pause, seek wise counsel, and don't bow to the whims of the devil. Don't fly off the handle like King David did when Satan came into his life. Even though others knew it was wrong and told him so, he still didn't listen.
Have you faced any obstacles lately? How did you handle it? Seek wisdom in the Holy Bible. I have done so many times and am amazed every single time when I come across a Scripture that seemed to be written, just for me, at just that time.
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