Friday, February 22, 2008

Plan For Victory--Courage Part 11/12

PLAN FOR VICTORY—Courage Part 11/12
1 Samuel 17:46, Luke 14:29-32

We’ve talked much about David facing Goliath and, against all odds, killing him. He was ridiculed by his own brothers and dared the king to allow him to slay this giant. That’s pretty gutsy, wouldn’t you say? What would you say to one of your friends who faces a similar challenge? Would you urge him or her to stop before losing everything—to appreciate being ahead of the game? David had a chance to pause, but he didn’t even hesitate for a moment.

We also talked about gaining control of emotions and not allow the deceiver to stop you from moving forward towards your goal. We talked about not quitting, or even stopping your forward progress in achieving your goals. Consider what David said when facing this giant head on. “Today I will give the carcasses of the Philistine army to the birds of the air and the beasts of the earth, and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel.”

Now that’s courage! That’s not false bravado or arrogance, because David KNEW God. If we allow fear to grip our heart, we will never have the courage to complete the task. The “what ifs” will haunt you at every turn throughout your entire life. The Lord Himself accepts and honors your goal when it meshes with His will. So, go out on the limb, and do what it takes to reach it. Just make sure you remain in His will every step of the way.

Take Home Nugget

It is Biblical to take time to evaluate the cost involved in reaching your goal. When you consider this factor: calculate your measurements against the Lord’s desires , standards, and will for your life—rather than by your own limited sight. The cost is not money; it’s your growth and maturity in faith. God sees the big picture, and knows exactly what lies ahead. He knows the importance of your developing trust in Him. Won’t you take that plunge and choose to trust in your God?

The goal that has gripped my heart
Is so far in the future, Lord.
The cost too high to even start.
Place Angels before me with drawn sword.

J.D. Griffith
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