“The Lord who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine.” ~ 1 Samuel 17:37

History records David as the only king who won most of his battles. Almost very war he engaged in ended in victory. That kind of consistency might leave some wondering—how come? The answer is simple: David knew the God he served, and he was faithful to Him.
In return, God was faithful to David, showing up for him in every battle, without fail.
God didn’t just fight for David—He established an everlasting covenant with David’s house, one that would forever be marked by victory.
Through David’s lineage came Jesus Christ, our Messiah—the One who holds eternal victory.
One striking quality about David was his unshakable confidence in God—a kind of boldness that seemed irrational to others.
As our anchor scripture shows, David boldly recounted how God had saved him from the lion and the bear while he was still a shepherd tending his father’s flock.
He wasn’t just any shepherd boy; he was a young man backed by the King of kings.
With that track record of divine help, David confidently stood before Goliath—and later, as king, he faced many more enemies: the Philistines, the Amalekites, and others. In every single battle, he emerged victorious.

Now, just like David, can you reflect and recount the many times God has shown up for you in battle? Those moments are not just memories—they are your testimonies, your proof that God is real and that He alone gives victory.
Let those reminders anchor your heart. God has never failed—and He never will.
Always remember:

“The battle is the Lord’s” (1 Samuel 17:47), not yours to fight alone.

Prayer: Lord, please remind me of the past battles you have fought and won for me, that I may be encouraged in the face of warfare.