1 Samuel, 17
15. David alternated between serving Saul and looking after his father's sheep at Bethlehem.
15. David alternated between serving Saul and looking after his father's sheep at Bethlehem.
1 Samuel 17 tells the story of David and Goliath, where David, a young sheep shepherd, faces the giant Filisteu Goliath and defeats him with a single stone. This chapter addresses topics such as faith, courage, confidence in God and ability to overcome challenges.
Psalm 56:3: "On the day I fear, I will trust you." This verse emphasizes the importance of trust in God, even in times of fear and uncertainty, which is an attitude that David demonstrates during his battle against Goliath.
Proverbs 21:31: "The horse is prepared for battle day, but victory comes from the Lord." This verse shows that although we can prepare to face the challenges, victory comes from God, and David trusts God to help him beat Goliath.
Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear, because I am with you; do not haunt yourself, because I am your God; I strengthen you, and help you, and I support you with my faithful right hand." This verse talks about the protection and help God offers to his children, what David experiences when he faces Goliath with confidence.
Philippians 4:13: "I can do everything in him who strengthens me." This verse shows that we can overcome any challenge with God's help, and that strength comes from it. David demonstrates this when he faces Goliath without fear, trusting God to help him win.
2 Timothy 1:7: "For God has not given us the spirit of fear, but of fortress, and of love, and of moderation." This verse highlights the importance of courage and strength in difficult times David demonstrates by facing Goliath, trusting in God's help and protection.
“Proponha-se a exercitar-se nas virtudes”. São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
