Samuel wrote the tragedy behind the 08 victory.

Samuel recorded chapter 8.

Scripture:

David came back from killing 18,000 people in Syria in the Salt Valley and became famous. David put garrisons in all the land of Edom, and all Edom became subject to him. Wherever David went, the Lord gave him victory. (2 Sam 8: 13- 14)

Key words:

God gave him victory!

Experience:

Just look at this chapter of scripture, you will only see King David's Western Expedition and Northern Expedition. Wherever he went, he was invincible, and the State of Israel entered the all-open mode, and the victory never stopped. Because God is with them! But wait a minute, is it really so smooth?

Referring to the poem corresponding to this passage, you will find that it may not be that simple!

"God, you abandoned us and ruined us. You are angry with us. Please wake us up. ..... You made your people encounter difficulties, and you made us drink wine that made people stagger. ..... Please answer us and save us with your right hand, so that the one you love can be saved. ..... God, didn't you abandon us? God, won't you go with our army? Please help us attack the enemy, because human help is in vain. We rely on God, and we can do great things, because it is he who tramples on our enemies. " (Ps 60: 1，3，5， 10- 12)

Do you see it? The so-called total victory may only be the result of things, and the process may be very difficult and tragic!

Yes, how often people just see the results, and where can they see that the process is not easy. I saw the gold medal on the podium, but I couldn't see the sweat in the training hall. I watched it on the stage for three minutes, but I couldn't see the ten years' work under the stage. The so-called "God is with you" never means that you don't have to work hard or struggle. God never encourages lazy people.

Today, may God be with you and me, and may his presence inspire you and me to run hard and win the brilliant victory he has prepared for us!

Pray:

Lord, I know that victory depends on our best efforts, and more on your presence. May you give me strength, stay with me and let me win by you. Amen!