Getting What We Want - All Our Daily Bread Daily Devotionals for 2026

Our Daily Bread - Sunday, February 7, 2022
by RBC Ministries

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Getting What We Want

Bible in a Year: Leviticus 1-3, Matthew 24:1-28

Adonijah . . . put himself forward and said, "I will be king."
1 Kings 1:5

Today's Scripture & Insight: 1 Kings 1:

Aaron Burr anxiously awaited the result of the tie-breaking vote from the US House of Representatives. Deadlocked with Thomas Jefferson in the 1800 race for the presidency, Burr had reason to believe that the House would declare him the winner. However, he lost, and bitterness gnawed at his soul. Nurturing grievances against Alexander Hamilton for not supporting his candidacy, Burr killed Hamilton in a gun duel less than four years later. Outraged by the killing, his country turned its back on him, and Burr died a dour old man.

Political power plays are a tragic part of history. When King David was nearing death, his son Adonijah recruited David's commander and a leading priest to make him king (1 Kings 1:5-8). But David had chosen Solomon as king (v. 17). With the help of the prophet Nathan, the rebellion was put down (vv. 11-53). Despite his reprieve, Adonijah plotted a second time to steal the throne, and Solomon had him executed (2:13-25).

How human of us to want what's not rightfully ours! No matter how hard we pursue power, prestige, or possessions, it's never quite enough. We always want something more. How unlike Jesus, who "humbled himself by becoming obedient to deathâ€”even death on a cross"! (Philippians 2:8).

Ironically, selfishly pursuing our own ambitions never brings us our truest, deepest longings. Leaving the outcome to God is the only path to peace and joy.

By: Tim Gustafson

Reflect & Pray
What do your desires and goals tell you about your heart? What do you need to give to God today?

Dear God, please help me fill the role You've given me and not to covet more. Help me trust You in everything.
Getting What We Want

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