When Abigail [Stepped In]. 1 Samuel 25:14-17,23-28,32-35The details of the conflict between David and Nabal are spelled out in
verses 2-13. David heard that Nabal was shearing his sheep. Collecting the wool from the sheep was cause for a celebration and often accompanied by a feast. David sent ten of his young men to Nabal to ask for a payment in goods for the protection and favor David and his men had shown to Nabal’s shepherds and herds.David’s men were not received well.David’s men returned to David and reported
what had happened. David was furious and instructed 400 of his 600 men to prepare themselves to move against Nabal and his household.The stage was set for conflict that would bring great harm to many. Fortunately, one person was willing to step into the conflict to help bring about resolution. Abigail modeled effective intervention and offered positive solutions that led to peace and blessing.However, as with Abigail, when the conflict has potential to affect us, those near us, or the innocent, we need to be willing to step in. When such intervention is carried out with grace and love, problems can be solved and relationships restored, further hurt prevented, and God glorified.