David said to Saul, Your servant was keeping his father's sheep; and when there came a lion, or a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock, I went out after him, and struck him, and delivered it out of his mouth; and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and struck him, and killed him. 1 Samuel 17:34'35 WEB.

As a young shepherd caring for his father's sheep, David got to know each of them. He was there when they were born. He knew their parents and why they were different. David watched the quarrels between them and who hung around with whom. One lamb had been bullied at the water trough, and she was now frightened to be around others. Another had a black spot that set them apart from the rest. Each lamb was unique and special in its own way.

When a lion or bear dared to take one of the sheep from his father's flock, David chased it down and killed it. He rescued the lamb and brought it back to the fold. For that is what shepherds are supposed to do. They go after the lost sheep and the ones that went astray for whatever reason. They try their best to protect them and to keep them safe.

We work for the Father, and His number one concern is the flock, particularly the ones that are missing when night falls. I can quote a lot of scripture, but Jesus said it all in Matthew 18:12 and Luke 15:4, where a man with one-hundred sheep left the ninety-nine to go after one that was lost.

If you are in any kind of leadership, meditate on Ezekiel 34. As shepherds, we are to rescue those dragged away by the enemy. If you are lost, have gone astray, or don't know Him yet, God is seeking you and calling your name. He knows your parents, your life, and who you hang out with. He knows and understands why you act the way you do, for He was there the whole time.

God knows your black spots, and they are ok. He created you to be unique, and He knows everything about you, including how many hairs are on your head. Your weaknesses won't make Him love you any less. Submit your life to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I pray that You draw my heart to You. Please use me to reach others and bring them to You. Give me an encouraging word to speak, and I will say it. Cause Your thoughts to flow through my mind when I need them. Increase the boldness in my life. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

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