2Sam 5:19- David inquired of the Lord, “Shall I go and attack the Philistines? Will you hand them over to me?”
It's easier to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission...or is it?
A friend told me that for years, and almost got me to believe he was right ...until his teen used the statement as a reason for their decision. I never heard it out of his mouth after that (lol).
It may be easier to ask for forgiveness but it's not necessarily right.
David had already defeated the Philistines in the past, and they were coming out to battle him again. Most people wouldn't bother to ask--they would just take up the battle at hand. But David chose to ask anyways. Every time David asked first it worked out well---but when he chose his own path it often didn't (ir Bathsheba, dealing with his son, etc).
Learning to ask is a lifelong lesson. Better to keep asking for clarity than having to ask for forgiveness. Seeking forgiveness often means facing pain, seeing consequences, and broken relationships. It may get something done quicker but can be a lonely destination.
Practice the ask---and confirm Gods will. (You won't regret it :)
How can u help build more asking of God into your life?
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