Finding Our Strength in the Lord to Persevere

Grace Fox
Finding Our Strength in the Lord to Persevere - Grace Fox

David’s response to difficulties provides a good example for us. When our circumstances seem too much to bear, we, too, can find our strength in the Lord.

David’s life was not easy. Take a look at 1 Samuel 29-30 and step into his sandals for a moment:

  • Others question his integrity when he partners with the Philistines for war against Israel, and they tell him to go home. “No battle for you, Buddy.” (1 Samuel 29:9-11)
  • After walking for three days, he arrives at his city and finds it burned to the ground. He and his men discover that their wives and children have been taken captive by the enemy (1 Samuel 30:1-3).
  • He and his men are probably physically exhausted from their journey. Now they’re emotionally drained, too. In light of losing their homes, their belongings, and their families, they sit down and weep “until they could weep no more” (1 Samuel 30:4).
  • His men become bitter about losing their families, and they begin talking about stoning David (1 Samuel 30:6).

David refused to quit

David has lost everything – his reputation, his home, his family, and his army’s support. He has every reason to sink into the pit of discouragement. Who would blame him if he withdrew and became a hermit?

But he refuses to give up. Scripture says he “found strength in the Lord his God” (1 Samuel 30:7). He asks God for help, and then he trusts Him for victory as he charges into battle.

Follow David’s example

David’s response to difficulties provides a good example for us to follow. When our circumstances seem too much to bear, we, too, can find our strength in the Lord. We do so by recalling His many promises, seeking His wisdom, spending a few moments in silence before Him every day, and filling our home with praise and worship music. Focusing our thoughts on His power and faithfulness rather than our problems and fears always helps, too. Like David, we can rally our courage and carry on.

No matter what we face, God will give us what we need to push through.

“The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my victory. Songs of joy and victory are sung in the camp of the godly. The strong right arm of the Lord has done glorious things!” (Psalm 118:14-15)

A question for discussion

When you’ve faced discouragement, how have you strengthened yourself in the Lord?

Know you are loved,

Grace

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