08/07/2020 - DAVID EXPANDS HIS NATION

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So Achish gave him Ziklag that day. Therefore Ziklag has belonged to the kings of Judah to this day.  1 Samuel 27.6

During the time of preparation in the land of the Philistines, David waited for the decisive battle, which would attach to Israel another piece of land. As he fought the wars of the Lord, he had been instructed and had not to kill or hurt anyone. With the wisdom of the High, he spoke with Achish softly and reached the territory of Ziklag. This is an example for God’s servants today.

A Christian may have prepared all his life and gained only one soul for the Kingdom of Heaven, but that does not mean that he is a loser. You see, if the converted person becomes the greatest evangelist in the world, that Christian will have gained through him more people than any other successful preacher. He who serves the Most High must give his all. Surely he can do more than one who works without heavenly direction.

The important thing is to be effective in your mission by announcing to everyone the revelation of the Word. The deeds of those who are instruments in God’s hands are never in vain. Keep in mind the following: Without Jesus, we can do nothing, but with His direction we will accomplish the best in every way. We have never heard of such a good opportunity as we have today. We can make millions for Christ!

Achish granted David his request. After all, the future king of Israel was filled with the presence of the Lord, which is irresistible. Try to be filled with the Holy Spirit and you will be used in a powerful and winning way. Who does not walk in communion with the Father does nothing good. It is necessary to be in Christ and He in us, so we will bear much fruit (John 15: 5). This is profitable for us and others.

Save what you have been given, because the enemy can come suddenly and make you feel that your victory is a defeat. After David received Ziklag and took his two wives and the people who were with him there, the Amalekites burned this city and took the women captive, including those of David. They just didn’t kill anyone.

David did not give up and soon set out against his opponents. Now that city was not a gift only to him, but also to Israel. The 600 mighty men went with him and found the Amalekites. The king used the God-given power to fight, for that battle was the Lord’s, and he overcame them. Then he returned to Ziklag and rebuilt it. What a lesson! We have to take care of what is ours!

No matter how big the crown the Lord has given you; preserve it so that no one will take it from you. God will greatly help you by leading you to proceed right before Him. The evil one can have nothing of his own. Heavenly Father honors those who honor and help Him in times of need.

In Christ, with love,

R. R. Soares