When Weapons of War are not enough – CAC Living Water Devotional
THE LIVING WATER
CAC DAILY DEVOTIONAL GUIDE
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
(National Love Your Pet Duy & World Day of Social Justice)
WHEN WEAPONS OF WAR ARE NOT ENOUGH…
READ: Amos 2:11-16
MEMORISE: No king is saved by the multitude of an army; a mighty man is not delivered by great strength (Psalm 33:16).
EXPOSITION:
Show me a man who conquers, and I will show you a man whose backup is God. Have you ever wondered why sickness claims the lives of wealthy people who have access to the best doctors and funds to cover their medical bills? How is it that Goliath, equipped with all his formidable armour, met defeat at the hands of young David armed with merely a sling and 5 stones? Clearly, the size of an army doesn’t guarantee a king’s victory. God, the Creator, is able to utilise them according to His will. No matter who wields the weaponry and regardless of its sophistication, it is God who determines its effectiveness. Beware of provoking Him, for He can turn the tables, causing the mighty to be outwitted by the weak. Goliath, despite his impressive physique and armour, met his downfall when he challenged the living and powerful God of Israel (1 Sam. 17:4-7).
God, Who previously defeated the Amorites for the sake of Israel, also brought about their downfall when they rebelled against Him. Of course, sin brings disgrace upon a nation (Prov. 14:34). While sin leaves you defenceless, righteousness beckons God to the forefront of your battles, securing your victory. Therefore, on this National Love Your Pet Day and World Day of Social Justice, you are enjoined to place no trust in humanity or human endeavours, as you may find yourself disappointed, if you persist in transgressing against the Almighty God. Like the psalmist, you too can confidently declare, I will lift up my eyes to the hills from whence comes my help? My help comes from the LORD, Who made heaven and earth (Psalm 121:1-2).
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord for Who He is in your life.
2. Lord, confound every weapon the enemy is using against me, and cause me never to rebel against You.
3. Pray for CAC Research and Development Department, the Director and the staff as led by the Spirit of God.
SUGGESTED HYMN FOR TODAY:
CAC GHB: 809
EXTRA READING FOR TODAY:
Numbers 27, 28
Never put your trust in mere man, trusting in the Lord and in the power of His might, Amen and Shalom.
