“All those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the Lord saves; for the battle is the Lord’s, and he will give all of you into our hands” (1 Samuel 17:47).
I started a new Bible study using an online format. It’s called “Goliath Must Fall” by Louie Giglio. As soon as I did the first session I realized what a great follow-up this is to the National Day of Prayer theme of “Pray God’s Glory Across the Earth.”
Mr. Giglio starts by declaring who David is in the story of David and Goliath. We often put ourselves in place of David. We think, “With God’s help even little me can defeat the giant.” Mr. Giglio says we are not David, Jesus is. David was not motivated by his own safety. He was motivated by the fact that God was not receiving His glory. David was all about giving glory to God.
So, as I said last time, I needed to be reminded to give God the glory. I ask myself, “Is God getting the glory in my life right now?” It’s a question I must address every day as I walk through life. When I let worry or fear control my thoughts and actions, I am not giving God the glory. I must give my fears to Jesus. He is willing and able to be in charge of my life. Am I willing to trust Him to take care of my worries and fears?
“I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me” (Psalm 3:5).
Here is the web site if you’d like to join in this Bible study.
Thank you for sharing the image of Jesus against Goliath. That will prove corrective in so many other Biblical accounts. There’s work to do here. Thanks for getting me along to the task.
What a wonderful reminder Diana. I need to remember to give God the glory every day too sometimes I need to be reminded minute by minute. Depends on the day. I’m looking forward to seeing you whenever it’s safe to gather again. I’m saying a prayer for you right now. ❤️
Thank you Dottie.