Devotions on F.I.R.E. Year OneSample

For we walk by faith, not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7).

How big is too big for God?

There are conceivably more details about Goliath’s physical appearance than any other biblical character, to show the behemoth’s invincibility. The man’s head almost reaches an NBA rim of ten feet. Not only is he tall as a modern skyscraper, but he is also strong. The coat of armor he dons weighs about 125 pounds. Even his iron spearhead, which is shaped like a flame, weighs fifteen pounds. The giant’s challenge becomes Saul’s worst nightmare because he and the nation walk by sight. They earlier wanted a visible king to lead them (1 Samuel 8:19-20). David marches to the beat of a different drum; he walks by faith. The shepherd tells Goliath, “I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel” (1 Samuel 17:45). Let’s choose David’s path of faith.

Employment Point: Trust the invisible Lord Almighty when visibly challenged.