Be Strong & Courageous (Jul 9)
David ends his life the same way
he began it with humble confidence
in God. In spite of his numerous accomplishments, David never
lets greatness go to his head.
Rather, his final words to Solomon reflect the same wholehearted
devotion to God that characterised
the young shepherd of Judea.
Lord, we’ll Be Strong & Courageous:
My son Solomon, know God… and
serve Him with a loyal heart and
with a willing mind… Consider now,
for the Lord has chosen you to
build a house for the sanctuary; be
Strong and do it (1Chron 28:9-10).
Every part of this plan, David
told Solomon, was given to me in
writing from the hand of the Lord.
Then David continued: Be Strong
and Courageous, and do the work.
Don’t Be Afraid or discouraged
by the size of the task, for the
Lord God, my God, is With you.
He will not fail you nor forsake you.
He will see to it that all the work
related to the Temple of the Lord
is finished correctly (1Chr28:19-20)
Lord, just as You call us to serve,
grant that we may hear as clearly
and confidently as David did when
You gave him plans for the Temple.
Grant us strength and courage to
make known good news of Christ
and what it means to be a disciple.
When we’re disheartened or fearful be our friend to encourage us.
When we think we have failed,
show us the cross and give us
the peace in our hearts. Amen.
Lord, when David was surrounded
by thousands, he managed to sleep
well for he plus God outnumbered
an intimidating army. Lord, while
Your presence can turn situation
around, it isn’t automatic; for it requires us Not being discouraged
by the size of the task; it requires
us to be strong and courageous.
Help us be aware of Your Presence
so that we can face our situation
with confidence & trust in You. Amen
Lord, we trust you with the
mountains we face periodically.
They are often overwhelming
but You are infinitely larger.
Help us put more confidence
in You God than in the obstacles.
Lead us into Your Presence,
for that is where we are strong.
And when we experience You
are with us, nothing is impossible.
In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.