Share The Spoils by Kirk Hunt
Now when David came to Ziklag, he sent some of the spoil to the elders of Judah, to his friends, saying, “Here is a present for you from the spoil of the enemies of the Lord”
1 Samuel 30:26
Please read also 1 Samuel 30:1-31
David’s rescue mission ended in victory and wealth. They recovered all (1 Samuel 30:19) of their wives, children, goods, and more besides. David then shared the spoils.
Their pursuit of the Amalekites started in anguish and grief. The Amalekite enemy had invaded and burned Ziklag. Through divine providence, the enemy took everyone and everything captive, but killed no one.
David and his elite soldiers caught up to the Amalekites and took back their wives and children. Then their stolen stuff. And after that, they looted the Amalekites.
Would you keep the hard earned spoils of the battle? David thought better of keeping all of God’s blessings for himself. He sent care packages to the leaders of the towns and cities around him. You would hope that this generous gesture earned him goodwill in the neighborhood.
God blesses His people. Sometimes, His benefits fall in our laps. Other times, we receive His benefits after hard-fought battles. However they come, remember to be grateful and thankful for His gifts to you.
And I am prayerful that you will remember to share the spoils. God is generous. He often gives more than you need. Share with others. There is a blessing of goodwill from your neighbors, and from Father-God.
Think: When you share God’s blessings with others, you become even richer.
Pray: “Lord, bless me so I can bless others.”
Copyright © May 2025, Kirk Hunt
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