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Posted by Dion Todd June 6th, 2025 1,030 Views 26 Comments
David said, "Yahweh who delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine." Saul said to David, "Go! Yahweh will be with you." 1 Samuel 17:37 WEB.
Young David was probably around fifteen years old and facing the greatest challenge of his life, a man named Goliath. He was a real giant of a man who was just over nine feet tall and caused the whole army of Israel to cower in fear as he taunted them.
David's three older brothers served in the army under King Saul, and one day, David brought them some rations from home. While dropping off the supplies, David heard Goliath come out and shout his taunts at Israel. So David asked some of the men about the loud-mouthed giant, but his older brother Eliab railed at him and told him to return home to the "few" sheep he cared for.
David's faith wasn't shaken by his brother's criticism, so he turned and asked someone else about the giant. After he learned what was going on, David said: "I'll fight him." This wasn't the first time David had to rely on God's help to survive. He recalled the times that the Lord had delivered him out of bad circumstances.
David remembered that God had already delivered him from the paw of the lion and the bear and that this giant was only a bigger version. When David stepped out in faith, the same God who had delivered Him in the past defended him once again. That was faith in action.
When faced with an impossible circumstance, like David, remember the times when God has already come through for you. Don't let fear and worry hold you back from what He has in store. Fear guards the treasure house door, and you will have to face it to get what is inside. Remember when God took care of you, for He will do it again.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please strengthen me and bring those things You have done for me in the past back to my remembrance. Put the right people around me and build up my faith. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Note: Today is "Feel Good Friday" at the FAAD (Fight Against Anxiety & Depression) group! On this day, we uplift each other with posts of encouragement and joy! All are welcome to join and participate! As always, if you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network. If you are interested in joining the prayer team, here is how to get started Prayer Partners.
Eco Version .577: Adapted the site to be a (PWA) Progressive Web App that you can install locally and still browse cached content like devotionals you have read when you are offline. When you first open the app in the morning, it should take you to the latest devotional. If you were an early adopter and it does not, uninstall it and install it again as I made some changes. Also, you can click the 3 ... and "Cast" to display it on your TV if you have a compatible device. It should work with Chrome, Edge, Android, as well as iPhones, iPads, and tablets. I will create some documentation on it soon, but this is a summary:
How to Install the Refreshing Hope Ministries App:
For Android & Desktop Users:
Visit our website: Go to www.refreshinghope.org using Chrome, Edge, or another compatible browser.
Wait for the prompt: After a few moments on the site, you'll see a banner at the bottom of your screen asking if you'd like to "Add RHM to Home Screen."
Tap "Install": Click the "Install" button on the prompt.
Enjoy the app: The RHM app will be installed on your device. You can now access it directly from your home screen or app drawer without opening a browser.
For iPhone & iPad Users:
Use Safari browser: Open www.refreshinghope.org in Safari (this won't work in Chrome or other browsers on iOS).
Tap the Share button: Look for the share icon (square with an arrow pointing up) at the bottom of your screen.
Select "Add to Home Screen": Scroll down in the share menu if needed to find this option.
Confirm installation: Tap "Add" in the top-right corner of the screen.
Access the app: The RHM icon will appear on your home screen. Tap it to open the app directly.
Benefits of Installing the RHM App:
Quick access: Open RHM with one tap from your home screen
Offline access: View previously visited pages even without an internet connection
App-like experience: Enjoy a full-screen experience without browser controls
Stay updated: Receive important ministry updates and notifications
Save data: The app loads faster and uses less data than repeatedly visiting the website
Need Help? If you have any questions or need assistance installing the app on your device, please contact us and we'll be happy to help! 😀
Amen
Amen!
Post from Schalk de Beer
7 hours ago
Yes my Lord and Father, I pray this in Jesus's name, amen. ✝️🛐
Amen Lord. This is the day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it.
Heavenly Father Please Put The Right People Around Me And Build Up My Faith Amen Good Morning Everyone 🌹😀🌹
Amen ❤️ 🙏
Post from Wanda Pennington
12 hours ago
Amen and Amen!🙏🙏
Post from Angel Fiorello
13 hours ago
I needed this today. Right on time!
Post from Tonya Singleton
15 hours ago
Amen!! Have a blessed day everyone 😊
Post from Deborah Blackshear
15 hours ago
He Still Can, He Will.
Good morning, fam, we love y'all and pray that you have a fantastically blessed Friday! 🫶🌼🤗
Post from Bella Colliander
13 hours ago
Hevenly Father, Please put the right people around me and build up my faith. In Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!🕊️
Heavenly Father, please strengthen me and bring those things You have done for me in the past back to my remembrance. Put the right people around me and build up my faith. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!
Post from Kay Collinsworth
14 hours ago
Amen
Post from Bill Digiglio
14 hours ago
Yes, Amen!!!
Post from Mark Williams
15 hours ago
Holy Spirit, I may not always understand Your direction, but I welcome Your presence—move freely in my life.
Amen...
Amen!
Post from Elena Vasquez
16 hours ago
Amen
Post from Gloria Nebarez
16 hours ago
Amen
Post from Celeste Strenn
16 hours ago
Amen🤗
Amen!
Amen
Amen 🙏 I love your Daily Devotion daily. Thank you Pastor Dion for all you do for me.🥰😇
Post from Richard A Smith
19 hours ago
Amen Pastor! Happy Almost Weekend.
Comment from Lynn Brown
3 days ago
Thank you Pastor! That is awesome!!
Comment from Michele Copley
4 days ago
Good morning, Pastor Dion. How helpful of your creating this detailed app for RHM. How good it will be to load and display RHM on large screen TV at times, and with more documentation or needed assistance upcoming along the way for RHM Family- of God.