OCU C)HT D Devotion 02 - Cybersecurity Certifications

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- April 5, 2024 at 1:04 pm #94631
  
  Manny Varela
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  MATTHEW 12 – GOT NEED?
  
  “Have you not read what David did when he was hungry, he and those who were with him: how he entered the house of God and ate the showbread which was not lawful for him to eat, nor for those who were with him, but only for the priests”? (Matthew 12:3-4/1 Samuel 21)
  
  David and his men are running for their lives. In a jealous rage, Saul is in hot pursuit of David, God’s anointed one. David runs where he knows it’s safe, the tabernacle – the house of God. At the doorway, David is met by the high priest with provision – the shewbread and a sword.
  
  The fresh bread renewed David’s strength. The sword that is now in his possession quickens the spirit of the vagabond king! For in his hand is not just any weapon but the sword of Goliath, the giant he sleighed many years ago!
  
  Although David was seeking only a safe haven, God provided so much more than that; physical sustenance and a weapon of warfare.
  
  CHALLENGE
  
  Is satan in hot pursuit of your soul? Do you feel overwhelmed with satan’s blitzkrieg? Or do you feel helpless under his spell?
  
  Then run where it’s safe, under the shadow of the great captain of our salvation, the Lord Jesus Christ! He will sustain you and defend you with the sword of the spirit, which is the word of God! – for He has conquered both death and hell! Run to Him!!!
- March 3, 2026 at 11:56 am #113351
  
  Addison West
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  At times it can truly feel like the enemy is in pursuit of our soul, especially when we are overwhelmed by temptation, fear, or discouragement. In those moments, the example of David reminds us not to rely on our own strength but to run to God for refuge. Just as David found bread for strength and a sword for defense, we find spiritual nourishment and protection in Jesus Christ. We are not meant to fight spiritual battles alone; Christ sustains us through His Word and reminds us that the enemy is already defeated. When we feel helpless, the safest and strongest response is to draw near to Him, trust in His provision, and stand firm in faith.
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