It's sheep shearing season!
The richest man in the land, Nabal, is cashing in on his flocks and it is a time for celebration! He is paying his under-shepherds, holding a feast and everyone is high spirits.
All year David and his men have worked hard to help protect Nabal's sheep and so now they rightly expect a cut in the celebration and the pay.
Yet, this businessman dismisses David, his men and the work they have done, insulting him and rejecting the anointed of God into the bargain.
Incensed and on the war path, David looks to take matters into his own hands...but God has other plans.
A noble woman, the wife of Nabal, seeks to intercede for her husband, appease David's wrath and bring balance and perspective to this future king of Israel.
Has there ever been a more godly woman in Scripture, whose actions parallel this of Christ?
How then are we to understand her criticism of her husband and her acting behind his back.
A dense passage, with much to unlock...the account of Nabal and Abigail is fascinating.
The thirty-second sermon in a series by Pastor Matthew Hobbs.
Teaching delivered on Sunday 14th January 2024
http://calvarychapelmaidstone.uk/?ctc_sermon=1-samuel-251-35-nabal-abigail
