Note: Posted a day late
Today's portion tells one of the most famous stories in the Bible - the story of David and Goliath. Against impossible conditions, David, a shepherd, with no military training, defeats a might, gigantic, Philistine warrior with only a sling, in a single shot. This one act defines and establishes David as a major figure in Israel's history. It also signaled the beginning of the end of Saul's reign as king. Because of David's victory, Saul is overcome with a jealous spirit to the point that he wants to murder David. Saul's own children, in particular Jonathan, has developed a love for David and prevents his murder, numerous times.
In his fight against Goliath, there are several notable things. First, David had been anointed to be king of Israel, so he knew he would defeat Goliath. David did not accept Saul's armor, instead he trusted in the things the Lord had provided him with while tending to the sheep - a sling and the Lord. He took five stones representing faith. He prophesied the death of Goliath and the routing of the Philistines which both came true.
May God bless you and bless the reading of His Word.
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