PLAN FOR VICTORY—Clarity of Purpose Part 4/12
1 Samuel 17:40-50, Romans 8:28-39
1 Samuel 17:40-50, Romans 8:28-39
David had no trouble deciding what he wanted. The thing that was foremost on his mind was to destroy the enemy. His brothers were warriors in Saul’s army, and David just went to the battle front to give them food. (1 Samuel 17:17-50) There was a Philistine enemy who was taunting Israel, and David wanted to defeat this enemy. You may remember the name of this particular Philistine—Goliath.
David had a clear mental picture of what he wanted to accomplish. Despite being ridiculed by his own brother, he approached Saul and asked for a chance to do this task. Not at any time did he have thoughts of inadequacy. Fear was not making him shake in his boots. He had seen God’s provision in protecting him when fending for the sheep in the open field, so he was confident—even in the face of a giant. He trusted God for the victory, and God did not disappoint.
When faced with something, it’s not unusual for us to doubt our abilities. Shock waves of insecurity can fell even the most confident person. This is the devil’s work to defeat us.
However, the moment we trust God for our victory, our attitude changes. Faith in a sovereign God who loves us unconditionally ignites our hope. We begin to feel like David. We brave even the most daunting task. After all, Paul gave us the security of hope in Philippians 4:13. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Remember our Bible study in Proverbs in part 2? Even kids can claim wisdom, victory and protection for the faithful. (Proverbs 2:6-8) That gives us all confidence to accomplish our goals.
Take Home Nugget
Not everyone has as clear a goal as David did that day. But every day is new, and no one knows what mountains will have to be scaled before it’s safe to let down our guard and fall to sleep. It gives each of us confidence knowing that with Christ, we’re ready for any challenge. Some days our goal is to make it through this one day. God is with us each day to guarantee our victory.
It’s hard to imagine that tasks will be different from one day to the next.
Best to have all our wits sharp and armor secure.
Phones can bring alarm with surprising text
Indwelling Spirit strengthens us to endure.
Best to have all our wits sharp and armor secure.
Phones can bring alarm with surprising text
Indwelling Spirit strengthens us to endure.
J.D. Griffith
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