Today is Monday, June 24, 2019, and here is your daily devote. David's confidence in God did not begin the day in the Valley of Yvonne, long before he ever faced Goliath, David encountered lions and bears while tending sheep in the wilderness. Before he could defend the house of Israel, he first learned to defend his father's flock. On those occasions, David learned to trust in the Lord and lean into his strength, not his own.
Even though he was likely a skilled fighter, which we see when he fought Goliath, David never boasted in his own strength. It was clear to credit the Lord as the one who rescued him from Goliath in the bear. This is important for us to remember. As soon as we see an enemy or a trial approaching, before we look ahead and develop a battle plan, we must first look behind on what God has done in the past.
We should reach into the rich archive of victories the Lord has won for us to find the courage and ability to press on into the challenge before us. Looking back in this way, we can provide the confidence and hope we need for any new battle before us. Think about this. What was it about David's past and experience that fueled his confidence in the Lord?
How can the victories you have seen God accomplish in the past strengthen you for future battles? Thank you for listening to the Daily Devote. Please send me a comment, like or share the Daily Devote. It helps others to get the Daily Devote.
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