Here, David demonstrates how he stays close to the Lord, inquires of Him, follows Him, and he is blessed.
8 When the Philistines heard that David had been anointed king over all Israel, they went up in full force to search for him, but David heard about it and went out to meet them. 9 Now the Philistines had come and raided the Valley of Rephaim; 10 so David inquired of God: “Shall I go and attack the Philistines? Will you deliver them into my hands?”
The LORD answered him, “Go, I will deliver them into your hands.”
11 So David and his men went up to Baal Perazim, and there he defeated them. (verses 8-11)
and once again:
13 Once more the Philistines raided the valley; 14 so David inquired of God again, and God answered him, “Do not go directly after them, but circle around them and attack them in front of the poplar trees. 15 As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the poplar trees, move out to battle, because that will mean God has gone out in front of you to strike the Philistine army.” 16 So David did as God commanded him, and they struck down the Philistine army, all the way from Gibeon to Gezer. (verses 13-16)
The challenge then is:
1. Am I staying close to the Lord (reading God's word, reflecting on His word, praying and seeking His guidance in all things)
2. Doing God's will
My Prayer: Lord, your blessings in my life are many fold and I am not worthy. I forsake what you have provided because I don't think they are good enough for me. Please forgive me. Help me stay close to you and help me follow your will. I love you Lord.
