So they cut off his head and stripped off his armor and sent messengers throughout the land of the Philistines, to carry the good news to the house of their idols and to the people. 1 Samuel 31:9 – As we close out the book, we also put a close to King Saul’s life. Saul and all his sons died in this battle, and the enemy was thrilled at that fact. So much so that they sent messengers all throughout their land proclaiming the good news to all people. The Hebrew word used here for good news is “basar,” and it is the equivalent to the Greek work “euangélion” where we get our word “Gospel.” Simply put, they shared their “gospel.” Victory had been won over their enemy and they made sure everyone in their land knew the good news. What we see here is humanity is designed to proclaim good news. When something marvelous happens in our story, or when we see something truly wonderful, we struggle to keep that message to ourselves. We long to share it to those we love and anyone that has ears that will listen. If then we would be willing to proclaim the good news that an enemy is defeated, or the good news that our team has won, or the good news that someone is healed, how much more should we be about the good news of the Gospel? For nothing compares with the goodness of the Gospel. Death is defeated, all sin is forgiven, Jesus is alive, and we can be too through Jesus. That’s really, really good news! Know then you are designed to share good news, be about sharing the greatest news there is that Jesus came, died, and rose again and now through Jesus a pathway to the Father and forgiveness is available. I love you, but Jesus loves you more – Mac – Daily DEVO 2908
Question To Ponder: What is some good news that you were able to share at some point in your life? Were you nervous to share that news?
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