"When the Philistines heard that David had been crowned king of Israel, they tried to capture him; but David was told that they were coming and went into the stronghold. The Philistines arrived and spread out across the valley of Rephaim. Then David asked the Lord, 'Shall I go out and fight against them? Will you defeat them for me?'" (2 Sam 5:17-19).

When you are about to enter your destiny, there is always opposition from Satan designed to prevent you from fulfilling your destiny.

When Jesus was born, Herod tried to kill him. When Jesus was baptized and fasted 40 days, Satan came to tempt Him in an effort to derail his destiny. When David had been anointed king over Israel, God's destiny had been revealed for all to see - even Satan. So, Satan raised up the Philistines to try and kill David's destiny.

However, in response, we see David do two things. First, he retreats to his stronghold. It is a place of protection. It is a quiet place. Second, he inquires of God. It is here that he inquires of God for the strategy to defeat his enemy. God reveals it to him and he goes on to defeat the Philistines. In fact, David NEVER lost a battle because he learned to inquire of God for the strategy to defeat his enemies.

Do you know God's intended destiny for your life? Beware of Satan's strategy to attack you in the place of your destiny. His desire is to take you off this divine path.

We must follow David's example in response to the enemy of our souls. We must retreat to our stronghold, seek the Lord, and listen for His answer. Then, we will fulfill the purpose for which God created us. 

Ashley Myers


 

 
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6 Comments on Bible Verse of the Day

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16
2011

I like that
9:51am • #1
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Ashley: WHat a great morning devotional! Thanks, you've made my day!
9:53am • #2
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This is so good and true. I guess even tough I strap on my Armor every morning, sometimes I need adjust it. Thank you for the awesome message. Knash
10:49am • #3
364,212 Points

Thank you Ashley,

Very nice devotional and study of how we should inquire of the Lord!
1:07pm • #4
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great way to start the day.  Thanks for a positive start of the day, for me a positive end.
6:07pm • #5
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17
2011
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Ashley, I may try to use this for my next family devotional. thank-you for sharing.
11:34am • #6


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