Winning the Battle

Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-20

The battle between David and Goliath was not won in the physical realm. When you understand the ways of the Lord, not just his Acts, your battles shall be fought by God (Psalm 103:7). Stop craving for the physical miracles, desire spiritual unseen demonstration of power (1 Corinthians 2:4; 4:20) through faith (Hebrews 11:1). Seen things are temporal (2 Corinthians 4:18). When your focus is on the creator and not creature, you can be sure of victory. Weapon of warfare are not carnal mighty through God (2 Corinthians 10:4); Your fight is never against that flesh, (Ephesians 6:10). This understanding is important and crucial for victory. David knew these before his battle – 1. He has a spiritual understanding of God and understands the meaning of words through discernment vs 8-10. 2. He picked the fight against God, not him as a person vs 45. God is not a physical fighter 3. He did not disclose his confidence or boasting unto man but before the symbol of authority vs 32-37. No loose talk before ordinary men. 4. David was equipped with testimony vs 35-37; Revelation 12:11 5. Close to his side, reachable distance, easy access was the stones vs 49; he also did not abandon his victory weapon vs 54. Do not make God a war consultant, make him your intimate friend. These things are crucial to wining spiritual battles.