October 30, 2024
"David became greater and greater, for the Lord of hosts was with him." (1 Chronicles 11:9)
David became the greatest leader of his day and the greatest king in Israel’s history. The list of his exploits, beginning with the defeat of the 9-foot Goliath as a young shepherd boy to the conquering of the land and the establishment of an enduring kingdom, is unbelievable. But there is a simple but profound explanation.
“For the Lord of hosts was with him.” (Vs. 9)
That’s it. God + 1 = a Majority.
The most beautiful aspect of this successful life and the reason David endured and prospered for so long was that David understood this. There was no pride or hubris on David’s part. He knew where his strength lay. The Psalms, penned under Divine inspiration but through a humble David, give us David’s heart. Listen to just one song, Psalm 16, that springs from David’s humble dependence.
Scholars say the admonition “Fear not!” is mentioned over 300 times in the Bible, and there is a reason. Another phrase is equally prominent in God’s Word to us: “With us.” God’s greatest promise is that He will be with those who follow Him.
And His presence makes all the difference, for everything flows from the presence of the Lord. Everything.
March 11, 2025
God knows what He is about. Always include in your request the greatest prayer—the prayer of surrender. “Lord, Your will be done.” This is the prayer, when humbly prayed, that will always be answered and yield the most valuable result from the God who loves us best ... even if the answer is hard.
March 05, 2025
Every created man or woman must make their choice. What will you do with God? Will you embrace or reject Him? Draw near or run away? Trust and serve Him or doubt God and serve yourself? This foundational choice determines everything.
March 04, 2025
As you evaluate your faith, is it “God and?” God and others. God and the world’s ideas. God and my best thoughts thrown in. God and some money. God and a clear path. Or simply: God. Are you vainly clinging to the idea that you need more than Him?