David and Goliath
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David & Goliath
And it came to pass that Philistia
and Israel waged war between them in
the Valley of Elah where a compromise
was agreed to, (one on one) with the spoils of war
forfeit to the victorious.
And so, Saul asked, “How many behind me?”
And his Captain replied,
“With the Lord on our side,
there’s no need to count,
but there is one,
a shepherd willing to sacrifice his life.”
And so stepped forth David
dressed in sheepskin supporting a staff;
And Saul (grasping at straws) said,
“ Dress the boy at the Lord’s request,
and let it be known throughout Israel,
no greater hero is found.”
But David refused Saul’s armour
and went out to meet the Philistine
clad in sheepskin with a sling for a weapon
and smote Goliath,
and all Israel rejoiced,
for the Lord was on their side.
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Reference:
Old Testament: 1 Samuel 17: 1-58
Copyright © Dennis Spilchuk | Year Posted 2024
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