Bible reference: 2 Samuel 16:23 and 2 Samuel 17:23

Here is a valuable lesson that every leader must learn fast! Ahithophel gave counsel to King David because his advice was not only sought after and listened to, but it was always believed and acted upon as a word from God. He was a well respected man of God in the community. He was seen as one who hears from God. However, look what happens when his advice is rejected and not followed.

Ahithophel takes offense, he walks out on his service taking his bat and ball heading for home! Once he gets home he falls into deep depression at the fact that he has been rejected. His advice has not been acted upon as a directive from the Lord. He fixes up his house putting everything in order and then swiftly commits suicide to make a final statement of his disgust at not being listened to.

Friends, be careful to not get who you are in God blurred with what you do for God! This blur will only cause you to either become aggressive, defensive & fight, or it will cause you to sulk and withdraw, spiraling into depression, pulling away from others. Once you seperate yourself that is the beginning of the end, it’s “Spiritual Suicide”.

My Prayer: Father help me to always keep a distinction between who I am in you and the act of service I do for you.