1 Samuel Seventeen

"You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. This day the Lord will hand you over to me, and I'll strike you down and cut off your head. Today I will give the carcasses of the Philistine army to the birds of the air and the beasts of the earth and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel. 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 17:45-47

In three verses David affirms that God is the one in control six times. There is so much strength we find when we operate under God's protection. The threat on David's life was real and the danger of Israel becoming subjects for the Philistines was severe. But, God had a different plan.

When facing all the battles in our lives reminding ourselves that God is with us is essential. If you don't, then your "Goliath" will appear too strong and you will either run in fear or be defeated from a lack of courage. If God is on your side not even the forces of hell can defeat you.

"Father, thank You for Your love and protection."

Heart and Soul,
BAG
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