Mark 11:23 is a powerful scripture that emphasizes the significance of our spoken word. It Is not enough to just read it, or even believe it, but to speak to our situation as well. We have what we say.
I love the story of David and Goliath. It is a wonderful illustration of how the underdog wins and that even though the surrounding circumstances seem monumental, with God on our side, we win! What is sometimes missed in this classic story of David is his spoken words.
The story of David and Goliath is found in 1 Samuel 17. In verse 26, David asks, “Who is this uncircumcised Philistine that he should defy the armies of the living God?”.
In verse 32, David says, “Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine, your servant will go and fight him”.
In verse 34-37, David speaks to Saul and explains how he had fought bears and lions and goes on and refers to Goliath once more as an uncircumcised Philistine.
In verse 45, David tells Goliath where his strength comes from.
In verse 46, David says (out loud) that he will strike Goliath down, and he will cut off his head.
The beauty of this story is that David not only conquered Goliath, doing what he said he would do, but more importantly that he SAID WHAT HE WOULD DO. David was able to speak with authority because he knew the Living God and knew the source of his strength.
Listen today what is coming out of your mouth. Are you speaking faith-filled words or are you speaking negative words full of doubt and unbelief? Before you allow anything to permeate the atmosphere, listen to what you are about to say. If it is not positive and full of hope, do not let it leave your mouth. Our words are powerful, and we have what we say.
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue” (Proverbs 18:21). Life is always a better choice!
Rhonda L. Smart, [email protected]
