Deuteronomy 32:28-52Luke 12:35-59
Psalm 78:56-64
Proverbs 12:24
Duet 32- 30 How could one man chase a thousand, or two put ten thousand to flight, unless their Rock had sold them, unless the LORD had given them up?
When I read stories about Samson and his strength or Solomon and his wisdom, sometimes (often actually) I make the mistake of viewing these men as heroic giants of old. These gods were able to accomplish so much, towering over their enemies, overpowering armies, and accomplishing mighty deeds for Israel. The only catch is that these men, were only men. While they may have looked like gods and may have acted like heroes, they were only flesh and blood people. So, what gave them greatness? The text makes it clear. Armies rise and armies fall by the hand of the Lord. Greatness comes from the decision of God to make people great. Victory comes from the decision of God to humble the enemy. God is calling people to follow him. And when those people place their trust in the almighty God, they will see his deliverance, his power, and his might. The question today is, "Will we follow him?" If we do, then we too will experience a form of greatness, although it will not be our greatness, but rather his.
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