I am sure most everyone remembers the story of David and Goliath; of how David, a young boy, killed the mighty giant with only a stone and a slingshot. This is not just a childhood story seeking to amaze children. It is a story of how God can overcome the greatest obstacle in life if we only have faith in Him. David not only knew the Lord was with Him, but throughout his lifetime, he often sang songs of praise to God. No wonder David was a man "after God's own heart." In 1 Chronicles 16 parts of his song are:
vs. 7-10 "Give thank to the Lord and proclaim his greatness.
Let the whole world know what He has done.
Sing to him; yes sing His praises.
Tell everyone about His wonderful deeds.
Exult in His holy name.
Rejoice, you who worship Him."
vs. 14 "He is the Lord our God."
vs. 23-24 "Let the whole earth sing to the Lord!
Each day proclaim the good news that He saves.
Publish His glorious deeds among the nations."
vs. 29 "Give to the Lord the glory He deserves!
Bring your offering and come into His presence.
Worship the Lord in all His holy splendor."
vs. 31 "Let the heavens be glad, and the earth rejoice!
Tell all the nations, "The Lord reigns!"
vs. 35 "Praise the Lord, the God of Israel,
who lives from everlasting to everlasting."
Then in David's prayer of thanks, vs.25 he says, "For when you grant a blessing O Lord, it is an eternal blessing."
For me, I believe it would be good to follow David's example and not forget to praise and thank God for my many blessings in life as well as proclaim God's goodness to the world.
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