When test and trial come it is an opportunity to choose five smooth stones as David did when he went out to face the giant Goliath. He carried those stones in his bag along with a sling in his hand ready to face the giant. In the name and power of the Almighty Lord of Host everything that stood in David way had to come down.
Goliath railed at David that day intending to take his life. Yet David had proved God over and over and knew Him to be true and faithful in times of test and trial. David said to the giant,
Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield: but I come to thee in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied. (1 Samuel 17:45)
Are you running from the battle, those trials that are seeking to take you out…? Or have you chosen five smooth stones from the brook of life. What are those stones that will encourage you to take your stand, cast off your fears and face your giants? They are Christ’s faithfulness, His grace (power), His love, His peace, His mercy… They are whatever you need Christ to be today in your trial. And as Christ stands to face your Goliath today, run to stand by His side… And shout out to your fears, disappointments, discouragements, financial difficulties, health issues, wayward children, straying spouse… “This day will the LORD deliver thee into mine hand… that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel” (1 Samuel 17:46).
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