The Philistine army had gathered for war against their
rivals Israel.
The two armies locked in battle faced off.
Camped for battle for forty days and nights a great giant named Goliath
measuring over nine feet tall and wearing full armor, came out each day
harassing and spreading fear into the Israelites urging them to fight.
On the other side stood a rather small meek young man named
David, the youngest son, of his family and a teenager. Having heard the threats of Goliath, David
responded, to the challenge. Turning
down offers from his king he dressed in his simple tunic, carrying his
shepherd's staff, sling shot and a pouch full of stones, David approached
Goliath. The giant cursed at him, hurling threats and insults and trying to
intimidate him, but David spoke, "You come against me with sword and spear
and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty.”
As Goliath moved in for the kill, David reached into his bag
and shot a stone at Goliath's head. Finding a weakness in the armor, the stone
sank into the giant's forehead defeating him.
David was the victor and it was truly a show of someone overcoming
insurmountable odds at any cost. David
is a prime example of the put your mind to it and you will achieve attitude. He
didn’t let fear and self-doubt cripple him.
He just stayed focused and believed in himself. On this day he was a true warrior.
Comparing this story to the martial arts
• David's faith caused him to look at the giant from a
different perspective. Goliath was merely a mortal man defying an all-powerful
God. If we look at giant problems and impossible situations and overcome them
we will become champions.
• When the giant criticized, insulted and threatened, David
didn't stop or even waiver. Everyone else cowered in fear, but David ran to the
battle.
Questions for Reflection:
Are you facing a giant problem or impossible situation? Take some time to
look at your situation and refocus. If you see the situation from a more
focused point of view will you excel?
Do you need to take courageous action in the face of insults and fearful
circumstances?
What will you do next time you face a challenging situation?
Just something to ponder..........................
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