DCLM Daily Manna 16 July 2024 — Fainting Yet Pursuing
DCLM Daily Manna 16 July 2024 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — Fainting Yet Pursuing
TOPIC: “Fainting Yet Pursuing” (DCLM Daily Manna 16 July 2024)
KEY VERSE: “And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them” (Judges 8:4).
TEXT: Judges 8:1-4 (KJV)
1 And the men of Ephraim said unto him, Why hast thou served us thus, that thou calledst us not, when thou wentest to fight with the Midianites? And they did chide with him sharply.
2 And he said unto them, What have I done now in comparison of you? Is not the gleaning of the grapes of Ephraim better than the vintage of Abiezer?
3 God hath delivered into your hands the princes of Midian, Oreb and Zeeb: and what was I able to do in comparison of you? Then their anger was abated toward him, when he had said that.
4 And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them.
DCLM Daily Manna For Today MESSAGE:
One of the factors that is known to be responsible for most of the abandoned projects and dreams of people is the lack of sheer determination. The path to success is filled with numerous setbacks that are bound to stop the irresolute from reaching his goals. Only those who are willing to have themselves stretched out of limits achieve great feats.
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Gideon and his band of tired and fainting 300 soldiers in our text clearly exemplify staying power. After fighting a long battle with the Midianites, they were physially exhausted, without sleep or food. Yet, they kept on pursuing the enemy. They did not stop until they made sure every enemy was defeated and total victory was won.
So many people quit the battle of life midway before the ultimate victory is won. The reasons for this are many. The scope of the work could be overwhelming. The nature of the opposition could be intimidating. Some may get discouraged because of lack of adequate manpower and resources needed to get the work done. For others, it could be as a result of numerous dis- tractions and offers coming from the world. Others are satisfied with the little victories they have won. But quitting along the way will never guarantee total victory. Gideon teaches us the lesson on resilience, persistence and doggedness to accomplish set goals.
As common as the problem of fainting could be, there is cure. First, the Bible did not say the task will be easy (Matthew 10:16-18). Second, we should think of the implications of abandoning the work. The flock will be scattered, and our labour and investments be in vain. Lastly, we need to seek the help of the Lord constantly for renewal of strength (Isaiah 40:31).
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
No retreat, no quitting, no surrender!
THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Genesis 48-50
Deeper Life Daily Manna For Today 2024 was written by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi; is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church situated at KM 42 on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
