This morning I continue our series entitled, “Standing on a Word from God.” This is Part 30 of the series and Part 2 of the life of David.
In yesterday’s message I told you how Samuel was instructed by God to go to Bethlehem, to Jesse’s house, and to anoint one of Jesse’s sons to be Saul’s replacement as the next king of Israel. It is understandable why Samuel initially thought Jesse’s firstborn would be the one. In addition to being a good looking young man, Hebrew tradition placed the greatest blessing on the firstborn son. But God, by HIs grace, had other plans.
It’s disappointing to me that when Samuel was preparing for the supposed worship, and he asked Jesse to have his boys join him in the ceremonial act of cleansing, that Jesse did not think it necessary to send one of the boys to get David. Jesse went through the entire rite with seven of his eight boys, and it seemingly did not bother him that David, the little shepherd boy, was out tending sheep. It also bothers me that not one of the brothers said anything. It’s almost like David was the forgotten son. He was the youngest, and he was out doing his family duties, but when it seemed like the family forgot about David, God certainly did not.
After learning of the eighth and final son, Samuel told Jesse, “Send for him; we will not sit down until he arrives.” I can picture the awkwardness of the moment. Jesse sent one of his boys to get David and he and the other six sons waited, without really knowing why the man of God was in their home, and not knowing what this had to do with David. But when David arrived it all became clear. The Bible says:
This son was a good-looking, healthy young man. He was very handsome. The Lord said to Samuel, “Get up and anoint him. He is the one.” Samuel took the horn with the oil in it, and poured the special oil on Jesse’s youngest son in front of his brothers. The Spirit of the Lord came on David with great power from that day on. Then Samuel went back home to Ramah.
(1 Samuel 16:12,13 ERV)
As David’s brothers were looking on, the Lord anointed their little brother to be the next king of Israel. The Spirit of the Lord came upon him from that day. This was done without any explanation. This was done without highlighting any qualifications. This was done without any fanfare. In a simple home, in the presence of a family who did not even acknowledge him, David was anointed by God because HE WAS PICKED for the assignment. He did not ask for it. This was not something birthed in his heart. This was not an act of his will. David would have never imagined himself being king in 1,000 years. But without any human effort, the LORD selected David for an assignment that he was destined for from the foundations of the world! That’s the grace of God and it is how He operates.
So what does this mean to you today? A few things:
- You might be overlooked, omitted, and even oppressed by others, but that does not change the fact that you are destined. You are Destiny’s Child!
- There are things you are called to do that you never asked for. These are things you never concocted in your own mind or heart. These are things that are beyond your wildest dreams (Eph 3:20). As you walk with God, He will reveal your destiny to you. When He does, as far-fetched as it may seem, your job is to OPEN YOUR HEART to God’s dream for your life. Faith simply says, “YES” to God’s grace!
- God can bless you right in front of those who dismissed you. They will watch as God elevates you to places you didn’t even ask for.
- The oil (blessing) reserved for you will not flow for anyone else. No one can take your blessing. That’s why you don’t need to get upset when others get blessed. They have their blessings and you have yours.
- Sometimes God interrupts your day, in the middle of a routine task, in order to bless you richly. Not because you necessarily did anything to deserve it, but simply because of His grace and love towards you.
- You are Destiny’s Child. You were born with God’s destiny for your life already mapped out. Your job is to FIND IT, FOLLOW IT and FINISH IT before you die!
Closing Confession:
Father, this is a season of expectation for me. Like David, I know You have destined me for Your purpose. When I am overlooked by others, You notice. When I am omitted from the lineup, You have a way of stopping everything until I show up. Nothing man can do to me can stop what You have destined for me. I am Destiny’s Child. Your Kingdom plans and purposes for me shall come to pass. You prepare a table for me, to bless me, right in front of my enemies. You elevate me before those who sought to come against me, just to show how much You love Your children. You don’t do this because I deserve it. You do this by Your grace. My job is to receive it by faith! I believe and I receive! I declare this by faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
This is Today’s Word. Apply it and prosper!
