Feeling Forgotten.

Jola Speaks

In 2 Samuel 17:27-29, the passage highlights a moment where David, during his exile from Jerusalem due to Absalom's rebellion, receives unexpected kindness from supporters in the wilderness. It reads:
"When David came to Mahanaim, Shobi son of Nahash from Rabbah of the Ammonites, and Makir son of Ammiel from Lo Debar, and Barzillai the Gileadite from Rogelim brought bedding and bowls and articles of pottery. They also brought wheat and barley, flour and roasted grain, beans and lentils, honey and curds, sheep, and cheese from cows' milk for David and his people to eat. For they said, 'The people have become hungry and tired and thirsty in the wilderness.'" (2 Samuel 17:27-29)
In the context of feeling forgotten, this passage can resonate deeply. David, despite being a renowned king, finds himself in exile, isolated from his throne and the comforts of Jerusalem. The support he receives from unexpected sources like Shobi, Makir, and Barzillai is crucial. These individuals, recognizing David's plight, provide not just material support but also a reminder of care and solidarity during his time of need.
The feeling of being forgotten is a universal human experience, often accompanied by loneliness and uncertainty. In David's case, this passage illustrates how unexpected acts of kindness can uplift someone who feels abandoned or sidelined. It emphasizes the importance of community and the impact of even small gestures of support in challenging times.
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