God Kills an Ungrateful Jerk (1 Samuel 25)

Nabal was a very wealthy man and an ungrateful jerk. Everyone knew that David was anointed to be the king of Israel and that, despite the violent opposition of King Saul, he was doing his best to keep the frontiers safe from marauders. His men had kept Nabal's herds and shepherds safe from brigands all year long. When Nabal called them home for sheering time, David sent a few men to ask for some token of support, a little food to keep his fighters going. Nabal repaid David's kindness with insults, and his next encounter with king-to-be would have been fatal if his loyal wife, Abigail hadn't intervened. She pleaded with David on behalf of her worthless husband and his children. David relented, but God didn't. God repaid Nabal's ingratitude with a fatal stroke.

Remember Nabal and show a little gratitude for the good deeds others do for you.

From Jay Carper at American Torah (http://www.AmericanTorah.com).

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