Author: Ebenezer Zor
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| Ebenezer Zor |
During the reign of King Saul of
Israel, a Philistine warrior champion named Goliath, tormented, strutted and
defied the army of God. The Philistine giant Goliath, defy the name of God for
forty days- every morning and evening. Goliath was over nine feet tall, wore a
bronze helmet and bronze coat of mail weighed 125 pounds.
One day, King Saul and his
subordinates were terrified when Goliath threw a challenge to the Israelites
that; if he wins the fight, all Israelites become his slaves and he also suffer
the same judgments. The Israelites’ were afraid because they had no fighter
full of the spirit of the lord, courage to stand the might of the giant Goliath
and if possible defeat him. At the backdrop, God was preparing one of Jesse’s
eight sons, a young boy shepherd called David to face Goliath.
God has fought for his people right
from the days of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Moses, Joshua, and Samson of which
David’s was not an exception.
How David Slew The Visible Goliath?
A giant in this context is anything
that destructs and torments God’s people. For such a monster that has been a prickle in
the flesh to disappear it may require the handy work of God. This was how David
slew the visible Goliath [giant].
1. David acknowledged God; - “The
lord who rescue me from the claws of the lion and the bear will rescue me from
this Philistine! Saul finally consented, “Alright, go ahead, “he said, “And may
the lord be with you”. 1 Samuel 17:37
When David heard about Goliath’s
request, he confronted King Saul to grant him the permission to square off with
Goliath. King Saul initially did not want to. Meanwhile, David the shepherd had
three of his oldest brothers (Eliab, Abinadab, Shimea) in King Saul’s army.
Later David made the above statements and King Saul gave him the go ahead.
David who had no idea about Goliath acknowledged God his works in the past,
present and even before the battle. He had a strong conviction God will save
the situation and do it again despite all odds.
2. He testify the power of God to
the people by believing in the five stone; verse 40 of that same chapter
tells us “He picked five smooth stones from the
stream and put them
into his shepherds’ staff and a sling, he started across to fight the
Philistine”. For you
to overcome the hurdles of life, you need to remember the things that God has
done for you in the past, still doing and about to do by testifying or sharing
such experiences with others.
3. The verse 45 of the same
chapter says “David replied to the Philistine, (Goliath), “You come to me with
sword, spear and javelin, but I come to you in the name of lord of heaven
armies- the God of armies of Israel, whom you have defied”. In other words,
David demonstrated faith in God. Dear brothers and sisters, no matter the
Goliath in your life, let faith in the Lord direct and encourage you. The God,
who saved you some time past, will surely do it again if your faith does not dwindle.
4. Employed the power of God to destroy
Goliath. In verse 46a says “Today the Lord will conquer you, and I will kill
you and cut off your head”. David allowed God’s power to edify him to
overshadow that of giant Goliath. The moment came for the battle. David quickly
runs to meet Goliath after the Philistine stepped forward. David reached his
shepherd’s bag and took out a stone; he hurled it with his sling and hit
Goliath on the forehead. The stone sank in, and Goliath stumbled and fell face
down on the ground. David pulled out a sword and cut if his head to bring joy
to God’s people.
5. David had a good reason for
employing God’s power. This could be seen when in verse 46b says “And then I
give the dead bodies of your men to the birds and wild animals, and the whole
world will know that there’s a God in Israel”. David did it not for himself
but for God and Israel. Beloved you must have a good reason for God to help
you. Do you want God to help you in order to compete with others for fame or
bragging rights?
NO! You need to have a genuine motive
of wanting God to help you. David’s motive was for the Philistine and the world
to know that God exists.
David was not arrogant and selfish
before and after Goliath’s fall. He confided in the Lord to be able to slew the
giant.
Ladies and gentlemen, take a few
minutes to slay every Goliath (like poverty, barrenness, impotency, delayed
marriages, joblessness, persistent illness, and depression and peculiar ones in
your life) in the name of Jesus, Amen. You can say Amen again. God is always
ready to save you and do it again and again if you recognize him in all situations.
But always remember Jesus Christ is working for you.
Want To Be Born
Again?
“But to all who believe him and
accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. They are reborn-not
physically birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes
from God.” John 1:12-13
Having read this message, want to be
born again? Say this prayer with faith; Heavenly father, from today I surrender
myself to you. Forgive and cleanse me from all my sins. I invite you to take
absolute control of my life. Beloved if you have prayed this prayer, you are
born again and welcome to God’s family.
Developing Your Christian Life
1. Find a believing
church to attend.
2. Study the word of God
daily.
3. Enjoy the fellowship
and workmanship of God
4. Practise the word of
God
5. Have faith in the word
PRAYER
In the name of Jesus, I believe every
single word that through Him I will slay every visible giant in my life. Surely
you will save me and do it again and again, Amen.
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