Run for the hills

And David said to the men who stood by him, “What shall be done for the man who kills this Philistine and takes away the reproach from Israel? For who is this uncircumcised Philistine, that he should defy the armies of the living God?” (1 Samuel 17:26 ESV)

The spirit of God goes throughout his army looking for one person who is not afraid. God is looking for “one” person to stand in the gap. He searches for “one” man/woman who will be courageous.

“All the men of Israel, when they saw the man, fled from him and were much afraid. ”

How do I overcome fear?

1. Remember which army you are fighting for. I am part of the army of the “living God.” For if God is for us who can be against us?

2. Remember God’s faithfulness.

“And David said, “The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” And Saul said to David, “Go, and the Lord be with you!” (1 Samuel 17:37 ESV)

Remembering the things God has done in my past and his faithfulness will give me faith to fight my future battles. God is the alpha and omega, he is outside of time. Be faithful with the small and he will add to it. Consider it a joy when facing trials, for it brings about character. God is more concerned about our character than he is with our comfort.

1. Prophesy into your destiny.

This day the Lord will deliver you into my hand, and I will strike you down and cut off your head. And I will give the dead bodies of the host of the Philistines this day to the birds of the air and to the wild beasts of the earth, that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel, (1 Samuel 17:46 ESV)

David makes a declaration on behalf of God’s army. We have power in the name of Jesus christ. I can do all things in Him… Ask in my name and it will be given. Pray and believe it is done. Declare God’s promises over your life.