1 Samuel 30:6 NKJV
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.
1 Samuel 30 tells the story of David and his men who were away from home and returned to find their city destroyed and their families gone - taken captive by the enemy. David’s men talked about stoning him. What was David’s response? First, he encouraged or strengthened himself in the Lord. Then he sought the Lord’s direction. God directed David to pursue his enemies and recover everything. God gave him a great victory.
We are soldiers in the army of God. As we march into 2020, any time that the enemy comes against us and brings discouraging situations or depressing circumstances, we are to remember that we are soldiers and God has promised us victory - not defeat. So therefore we can use these 2 principles and overcome every possibly discouraging circumstance we may face. First of all, we must not allow discouragement or depression to take over us. We must encourage and strengthen ourselves in the Lord. Secondly, inquire of the Lord. Seek God’s direction. He is the One who always causes us to triumph in Christ Jesus. When we seek Him, we will get that direction and experience what He has planned for us - VICTORY! VICTORY! VICTORY! May 2020 be your best year yet!
Peace