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Understanding the Divine Secrets
me, O my God, that I should do this! Shall I drink the blood of these men who have put their lives in jeopardy? For at the risk of their lives they brought it.” Therefore he would not drink it. These things were done by the three mighty men.
Now see what the three generals did. David longing for the waters that were at Bethlehem in the territory of the enemies of God (the Philistine) indicates the desire Jesus has for the lost souls. He is the Bishop of our souls. 1 Peter 2:25 says:
For you were like sheep going astray, but have now returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
However, lost souls are literally in the hands of the enemies of God (the Devil, demons and the world). It is your job to rescue them by the grace that God supplies into your life. The carnal world is vulnerable to people who have not yet come to God. However, it is not too late for you to help them.
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