Strengthened In The Lord
In 1 Samuel 30:6 David was surrounded by those who wanted to stone him. Maybe you’ve experienced a high-pressured circumstance when those around you wanted to crucify you. Maybe those around you wanted to assassinate your career or ministry. Maybe you’ve been surrounded by those who wanted to stone your character. Maybe you’ve been surrounded by those who desired to crush you. When you’re surrounded by chaos and turmoil, seek and surrender to God.
I Samuel 30:6 NKJV
[6] Now David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and his daughters. But David strengthened himself in the Lord his God.
Even though David was greatly distressed — David put his emotions aside and encouraged himself in the Lord.
According to Strong’s Concordance, the Hebrew word for “Encouraged” is, ‘chazaq’ (H2388) which means, “To strengthen, prevail, harden, be strong, become strong, be courageous, be firm, grow firm, be resolute.” David shifted his focus and strengthened himself in the Lord. David became strong in the Lord. David became resolute to seek the Counsel of the Lord — even in chaos.
When chaos surrounds you, choose to shift your focus. When circumstances around you are tumultuous, shift your focus and seek God. David strengthened himself and sought the Counsel of God — even in a chaotic time. Pattern yourself after David. Seek God even in the midst of turmoil.
I Samuel 30:7-8 NKJV
[7] Then David said to Abiathar the priest, Ahimelech’s son, “Please bring the ephod here to me.” And Abiathar brought the ephod to David. [8] So David inquired of the Lord, saying, “Shall I pursue this troop? Shall I overtake them?” And He answered him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them and without fail recover all.”
David sought God before he pursued his enemy. Before you attack — seek God. Before you respond — seek God.
David asked God, “Shall I pursue?” Seek God before you pursue. Go in the Strength, Counsel and Wisdom of God. Don’t go in your own strength. Don’t go in your own might. Seek God. Surrender to His Wisdom and Counsel and you will get His Results.
Surround yourself with Godly Counsel. Don’t respond out of your flesh. Don’t respond in a carnal way. Submit to God, and He will lead your path.
Zechariah 4:6 NKJV
[6] So he answered and said to me: “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ Says the Lord of hosts.
I Samuel 30:6 NKJV
[6] Now David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and his daughters. But David strengthened himself in the Lord his God.
Even though David was greatly distressed — David put his emotions aside and encouraged himself in the Lord.
According to Strong’s Concordance, the Hebrew word for “Encouraged” is, ‘chazaq’ (H2388) which means, “To strengthen, prevail, harden, be strong, become strong, be courageous, be firm, grow firm, be resolute.” David shifted his focus and strengthened himself in the Lord. David became strong in the Lord. David became resolute to seek the Counsel of the Lord — even in chaos.
When chaos surrounds you, choose to shift your focus. When circumstances around you are tumultuous, shift your focus and seek God. David strengthened himself and sought the Counsel of God — even in a chaotic time. Pattern yourself after David. Seek God even in the midst of turmoil.
I Samuel 30:7-8 NKJV
[7] Then David said to Abiathar the priest, Ahimelech’s son, “Please bring the ephod here to me.” And Abiathar brought the ephod to David. [8] So David inquired of the Lord, saying, “Shall I pursue this troop? Shall I overtake them?” And He answered him, “Pursue, for you shall surely overtake them and without fail recover all.”
David sought God before he pursued his enemy. Before you attack — seek God. Before you respond — seek God.
David asked God, “Shall I pursue?” Seek God before you pursue. Go in the Strength, Counsel and Wisdom of God. Don’t go in your own strength. Don’t go in your own might. Seek God. Surrender to His Wisdom and Counsel and you will get His Results.
Surround yourself with Godly Counsel. Don’t respond out of your flesh. Don’t respond in a carnal way. Submit to God, and He will lead your path.
Zechariah 4:6 NKJV
[6] So he answered and said to me: “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ Says the Lord of hosts.
Recent
Archive
2025
January
What God RequiresThe Lord Requires MoreWalk With GodNo Fear IN Perfect LoveHis Love Is WeightierFully PersuadedDon't Throw Pearls Among SwineThe Cost Is EverythingMaking og a PearlThe Process of DoublingNavigating The Fight of Your LifeElihu’s ResponsePut Your Trust In The LordSome Trust In PrincesAuthor and Finisher of Our FaithSeek The LordBefore You AskDepart From EvilDon't Walk In The Counsel of The UngodlyEnlarge My StepsWise Men Fear the Lord
February
2024
January
Habitation not VisitationAlways PrayASAP (Always Say A Prayer)The Glory To Be RevealedDon't Give UpNo Other GodsBe A Doer Of The WordHidden In My HeartObey His WordWho Do You Revere?Surrounded By Wise CounselChoose To Honor GodBegotten By GodGod Is AbleMeditate Upon His WordTake Heed, Watch and PrayKeep CleanFind WisdomSearch MeWhiter Than Snow
February
March
We Beheld His GloryThe Lord Is HolyONLY CHRISTHe Is FaithfulHe Who Began A Good WorkYou Are His WorkmanshipSaved By GraceThe Spirit Helps UsYOU ARE CHOSENBefore You AskGod Searches The HeartThe Author and Perfector of Our FaithBe KindWALK IN THE TRUTHThe Lord Is MercifulYou Are The Light of The WorldThe Wise Will ShineHe Is Not HereShine In The DarknessThe Blood of Christ JesusSet The Captive Free
No Comments