The Lord who provided in the past, will provide in the present.
“The Lord, who delivered me from the paw of the lion
and from the paw of the bear,
He will deliver me from the hand
of this Philistine.” 1 Samuel 17:37 NKJV
Have you ever asked someone to do something for you and they’re response sounded something like this:
I don’t think I’m good enough.
I don’t know enough to participate.
I don’t think I’m qualified.
At some point and time, I’m sure you and I may have given a similar response to an “ask” from someone. For instance, the invitation to be a part of something that in-our-eyes appeared to be too big. In moments like that, we've come up with all sorts of reasons why it couldn't be possible.
In 1 Samuel 17, we read about the army of Israel facing the Philistine giant, Goliath. In this passage of Scripture, God presented an opportunity for them to stand in faith and represent Him, but their faith was challenged. They actually shrunk back and came up with reasons why it couldn't be done because of what they saw in the natural.
They heard his voice
They saw his stature and armor
They heard of his reputation and were terrified
I don’t know about you, but I would've been really scared, too.
However, David was sent down to the camp by his father, where his brothers were part of the Israeli army. God set him up to be there on a greater mission. David saw and heard the same things his brothers heard but responded differently. David realized that all the experiences he had in the past had prepared him for this moment. So he offered his assistance. Basically he said, "If ya’ll are afraid, I’ll fight this giant" (paraphrased). He wasn't going to fight in his own strength. Instead he said, "The Lord will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine” (see I Samuel 17:37, NKJV). He faced the giant and got the victory!
Name the giant you're facing, today? What is that mountain that looks insurmountable? If you're feeling fear or uncertainty, I understand, because I’ve been there before. Yet, I believe the Lord who provided in the past, will provide in the present. He has proven Himself in the past and He can do it again. Face your giant with God and receive your victory!
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