Weekly Devotion December 16, 2024

This Devotion was written by Sportsmen Devotional and posted with permission

 

Bible Study Verse: 1 Samuel 17:35

David says, “Whenever a lion or a bear came and carried off a sheep from the flock, I went after it, struck it, and rescued the sheep from its mouth. (NIV)

 

Thoughts: Nothing better than seeing a kid get his first big buck. This boy did during the Indiana youth season and he’s the grandson of one of my good friends. Not everyone in their family hunts, but they all love sharing in the harvest. This young man will remember this hunt for the rest of his life, and I bet his dad will too! 

 

Action Point: So, there he was standing on the banks of a river with a 9-foot-tall enemy on the other side. Calling him out to fight when no one else would go. We all know the story of David and Goliath. David stepped up and held steady when it counted. He held onto his faith in God alone when he picked up those 5 stones to use as ammo, as he faced insurmountable odds. Did he flinch? Nope, he called on his God to help him fired a single shot from his sling and cut off the giant's head. See it was all about a faith in God that was so big he couldn’t be moved. The next time you’re in a pinch, have faith and pray. Remember to slow down, trust in Him and He will provide.

 

Sportsmen’s Tip of the Day: Find a kid to take hunting. National hunting participation is dropping across the U.S. so find a kid to mentor and keep the tradition alive.