April 15, 2010

Today's Scriptures

1 Sam 17
Psalm 9
Matt 2

1 Samuel 17 was the scripture I chose. David was a boy, of little consideration to others. However, when David came before Saul he told him how he had defended the flock he attended to and slayed a Lion and a Bear. 2 things came to mind when he said that:

1) God gave him an opportunity to gain experience in a seemingly hopeless confrontation (producing confidence).

2) David trusted God and knew he would have the victory over his enemies.

It made me think of the times in my life where I wasn't considered for something that I later excelled at. When God places a fire in your heart to pursue something, regardless of opposition or report, it's time to get to work! When confronted with intimidation and rejection, will I continue to pursue those things I know God is for? Another part of the chapter that brought illumination was 1 Sam 17:39. David couldn't go into battle with armour he had "not proved" yet. David spoke with confidence because he knew God and trusted him and he was victorious.

Today, I pray to trust God and not to be intimidated by what a situation looks like. No matter how big the opposition is, it isn't bigger or more powerful than God. If God be for us, who can be against us?

Courage isn't battling without fear...it's continuing despite it.