"Then he (David) took his staff in his hand and he chose for himself five smooth stones from the brook, and put them in a shepherd's bag, in a pouch which he had, and his sling was in his hand, and he drew near the Philistine."
I Samuel 17:40
Common exposition of this verse says that David picked up five stones because Goliath had four sons (see II Samuel 21:17-22). Be that as it may, the principle is to "be ready." We don't always know the giants that we will face, but we can still prepare ahead of time. Boot camp is important for a soldier in a national army so that he is ready to face whatever enemy he encounters. We need to be ready to give an answer (I Peter 3:15) and study so we won't be ashamed (II Timothy 2:15). We don't always know what our enemy will throw at us, but we can be prepared by knowing God's Word and wearing His armor (Ephesians 6:10-18).
Today's Thought: Preparation is important in our spiritual battles.
Have a "ready" day. Love you.
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