Outlive and outlast your enemies ( August 28)

Outlive and outlast your enemies

"In everything (David) did, he had great success, because the Lord was with him.  When Saul saw how successful he was, he was afraid of him.  But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he led them in their campaigns."  1 Samuel 18:14-16.   When God is with you, He will automatically be for you resulting in obvious grace and favor in your life.  When we invite Jesus Christ into our hearts, He comes in with His greatness, power, love, wisdom, and goodness.  The process of success begins as the principles of success are applied.    Success will attract two kinds of people:  1) Friends who are like-minded and aiming for success themselves will be drawn to you for relationship, networking, encouragement, mentorship, and mutual benefits.  2) Enemies with jealousy, fear, intimidation, and sometimes might attempt treachery.    Saul was jealous and intimidated by David when the purity in David showed up the poison in Saul; the strength of David showed up the weaknesses of Saul; the faith in David showed up the fear in Saul; the people's love for David showed up the loss of favor in Saul's life.  They danced and sang, "Saul has slain his thousands, and David his tens of thousands." 1 Samuel 18:7.  Jealousy destroyed Saul.   God will surely bless you and when He does, you will have those who are against you.  Plan your response when this happens:  "What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for me, who can be against me?" Romans 8:31.  Stay with God and you will outlive and outlast your enemies.   Kingdom Declaration: I will prosper and succeed even as my soul prospers.  God is in me and with me always. @Dr Pat Francis @Chayil$