The Devotion Of Ittai 2 Samuel 15:13-23

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A Gittite – A Philistine From Gath

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Became A True Believer In Jehovah

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Had A Spirit Of Loyalty To David While Others Were Abandoning And Betraying Him.

The Influence Of Ittai – 2 Sam. 15

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He Was An Encouragement To David v. 15 – “We Are Your Servants, Ready To Do Whatever My Lord The King Commands.” He Exhibited Selflessness & Generosity v. 19 – “Why Are You Going With Us?” He Was An Example Of Loyalty & Faithfulness v. 21 – “Surely In Whatever Place My Lord The King Shall Be, Whether In Death Or Life Even There Also Your Servant Will Be.”

As A Loyal Servant, What Does Ittai’s Devotion Say . . .

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Concerning The Type Of Servant Of Christ You Are?

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Concerning Your Loyalty & Devotion To Christ?

Like David, Christ Has Some Who Will Not Remain Loyal To Him. – John 6:66-69

Lessons From Ittai’s Devotion

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It Was Tested.

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David Was Fleeing & Could Not Make Any Promises – 2 Sam. 15:20

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Those Who Follow The Lord Will Be Tested.

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The Lord Endured Many Difficulties & Trials So Will His Disciples – Luke 9:57-58; 14:25-33 It Is Easier Not To Follow The Lord – Matt. 7:13-14 Others Forsake Him – Jno. 6:66; Mrk. 14:50; 2 Tim. 4:10; 2 Pet. 3:17

Lessons From Ittai’s Devotion

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It Was Worthily Displayed.

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Deliberate Choice, Selfless Choice, Before God, Whole-hearted.

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Consider Other Examples:

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Building Tabernacle – Exo. 25:1-2; 36:5-7 Ruth Caring For Naomi – Ruth 1:16-17; 2:11-12 Building The Temple – 1 Chron. 29:5, 9

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Our Devotion Is Before God – Matt. 10:32-33; Rom. 10:10

How Will A Christian’s Devotion To Christ Be Worthily Displayed?

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Always Abounding – 1 Thes. 4:1 Without Reservation – Matt. 6:24; Rom. 12:11 In All Circumstances – Php. 1:20 Anything Less Is Unacceptable Devotion Luke 9:57-62; Matt. 19:21-22

Lessons From Ittai’s Devotion

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It Was Approved & Rewarded.

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David Accepted Him & Made Him A Leader 2 Sam. 18:1-2

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Christ Rewards Loyal Devotion:

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John 12:26 Matt. 25:21