are you able to let God form your character?
Perceive: In the last four sections he gives credit to the Lord who enabled him to defeat his enemies in battle (verses 35–42) as well as the ability to govern contentious subjects (verses 43–45). It ends with praises to the Lord for giving him victory (verses 46–49) and closes with an affirmation of God’s loving kindness for King David and his descendants (verse 50). David is a godly warrior looking back on all the greatness of God and the victories He has brought. God equipped and strengthened him to be a warrior king, and to shepherd the people of Israel. His blessings are forever.
Practice: God promises to give us the same kind of strength when we face similar challenges. However, He never promises to remove them. Even Jesus said, “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33). Difficulties by design force us to grow in our knowledge and experience of God. Are you leaning on a crutch or depending on God? God is glorified when we worship Him in times of heavy heartache as well as times of joyful pleasure.
Pray: Great and Mighty God, thank You for the situations in my life that teach me to rely on You. Please continue to strengthen my heart as I seek Your face in the trials of life.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
Practice: God promises to give us the same kind of strength when we face similar challenges. However, He never promises to remove them. Even Jesus said, “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33). Difficulties by design force us to grow in our knowledge and experience of God. Are you leaning on a crutch or depending on God? God is glorified when we worship Him in times of heavy heartache as well as times of joyful pleasure.
Pray: Great and Mighty God, thank You for the situations in my life that teach me to rely on You. Please continue to strengthen my heart as I seek Your face in the trials of life.
This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com
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