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Now there was a famine in the days of David for three years, year after year; and David inquired of the Lord. 2 Samuel 21:1a

It is only through seeking the Lord that we can discover whether something is an attack, a judgment from God, or just a difficulty in life that we must overcome. Ron Daniels

.the Philistines were at war again with Israel, and David grew faint (in battle). Then the men of David (said) ‘You shall go out no more with us to battle, lest you quench the lamp of Israel.’ 2 Samuel 15-17

Times come when we must stop and examine ourselves in order to maximize who we are and what we can do.

Then David spoke to the Lord the words of this song, on the day when the Lord had delivered him from the hand of all his enemies… 2 Samuel 22:1

Be it ours to remember the lovingkindness of the Lord, and to rehearse his deeds of grace. Let us open the volume of recollection which is so richly illuminated with memorials of mercy. Charles Haddon Spurgeon, 1834-92, British Reformed Baptist, highly influential amongst Christians of different denominations

(in song David) said ‘The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer;.’ 2 Samuel 22:2

Under the shadow of Thy throne Still may we dwell secure; Sufficient is Thine arm alone, And our defense is sure. Isaac Watts, 1674-1748, English hymn writer.

(David continues) The God of my strength, in whom I will trust. 2 Samuel 22:3a

An unnatural strength comes from trusting a faithful God.

"Today's Little Lift" from Jim Bullington

Mercy and not Sacrifice (Sept. 30, 2010)