David's life is a model of both godly qualities and compromises. He mourned Saul's death, loved justice, and waited patiently for his kingdom. However, he also compromised with polygamy, breaking God's principle of monogamy, and remarried Michael, breaking up her happy marriage. David's compromises were driven by a lack of faith, a desire for power, and a failure to trust God. Through his story, we learn the importance of following Jesus and submitting to His will, even when it's difficult.
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