Lessons from David

It only took David a single stone to take down a nine foot tall giant.

We all know the basics of the David and Goliath story. A young boy took down a huge giant with a sling shot. We love stories like these. America was built on a story like this one. During the Revolutionary war, rag-tag farmers were able to defeat the most powerful military force in the world.

While we love these stories and love to root for the under dog. We often shy away from facing our own giants. We all have them. They may be physical or they may be emotional. Everything from anger, guilt and shame to some type of addiction are giants. Fear and worry are giants. The list is endless.

We have a lot we can learn from David’s story. First of all, the fight seemed impossible. Goliath was not only way bigger, he was better trained, or was he? David was a shepherd. He spent his days and nights watching sheep, but also protecting sheep. God was training him for this fight all along. God knew what was lying down the road even if David didn’t.

Secondly, David used all of his alone time to draw nearer to God. Every time he defeated something trying to prey on his sheep, he gave God the credit. Although his job was at the bottom of the totem pole, David himself, didn’t look at it that way. He did the task he was given and he did it well.

Lastly, he didn’t hesitate. He saw what he considered a huge affront to God and he vowed to put a stop to it. How often are we angered or saddened by something going on in the world around us? Do we grumble about it? We are all really good at doing the arm-chair quarterback deal, but do we act when we have the chance? David was a man of action.

Whatever we are facing, we have to know that God is bigger. David knew this. We have to know that He is always working in our lives for good, so if something needs defeating, we can call on Him. He will come to our aid.

We often feel that our daily tasks are mundane, but we are usually being trained to do something that matters to God. We have to remember that all of the pieces matter, so there are no big and little parts. We also need to remember when David tried on Saul’s armor, it didn’t fit him. It was too big and heavy. David realized this immediately and took it off.

He met Goliath in what he usually wore with his trusty slingshot. That’s likely all we need to defeat whatever is in front of us as well. We need to be ourselves and let the hand of God do the rest. He will not fail and with Him you cannot fail.

Nothing is impossible with God.  These are words to live by. So, whatever you are facing today, say a prayer and take aim.

Have an awesome day!

Wendy 🙂