Scripture Union Daily Guide 22 September 2020 – Giants can be Defeated!
Opening Scripture: Oh Lord, fill me with the power of the Holy Ghost as I study your word.
Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15–22
Reflection
• Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
• Is there any command for me to obey?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 22 September 2020 Message
Giants have always stood against Israel. They were afraid of entering Canaan because of giants (Numbers 13:32–33). In the days of King Saul, Goliath intimidated and immobilized the entire army of Israel for days until God used David, a young shepherd boy, to confront and defeat him (1 Samuel 17). David now is old and no longer as swift as before (v.15) but has courageous and skilful fighters.
Observe that like David, they were not afraid of giants but confronted and killed them. How do you see your problems and challenges; as insurmountable giants or as targets that are too big to be missed? As Christians, we should be encouraged to stand firm in our faith in Christ no matter the repeated attacks by the devil.
Our victory is guaranteed through Jesus Christ (Romans 8:37). Read v.17 again. David’s men saw him as an embodiment of Israel’s glory and someone of great worth to the nation (cf. 18:2–3). His life was to be spared even at the risk of theirs. What does the decision of these noblemen teach us about the position the leader in the home or church or community and country should occupy?
⁂ Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Practice/Word Application
• So What? What are the challenges standing on your way to fulfilling God’s purpose for your life?
Prayer Points
• Ask God for courage, strength and wisdom to confront and overcome them all.
• Ask God to help you know His will, walk in it and be an example to believers and unbelievers.
• Offer a prayer of faith in line with Isaiah 45:6
Read the Bible in one Year
Ezek. 8–10; John 10:1–23
Scripture Union Daily Guide 22 September 2020 – Scripture Union is an international, inter-denominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God.