CLING | 1 Samuel - Ch. 17 | Come Study With Me

[@shaun7403]

I’m late to the party but oh wow! I have fought with reading the Bible for so long and based my faith of what I hear and see! I’m just now starting to study his word and God led me straight to 1 Samuel! All I can say is my god, my god, my god! God knows the plans he has for me and he is showing me that through Samuel, Saul and David! This study is showing me beauty, strength, bravery, spiritual healing, love, heart position, faith and peace! I’m instantly motivated and excited for where God has brought me and where I am now! I understand timing and I believe every word he says! Kim keep doing your thing and allowing God to use you as a instrument!

[@dorotheadixon9294]

WOW!!! This story came RIGHT ON TIME!! As I was following along with you, it's like God gave me insight: Many times, we think that the battles that we face (or the trials that we have to face) are about building our character when in actuality, our character is built as we cling to God EVERYDAY and ALL THE TIME. When trial (or the battle) comes, it reflects the fruit our real character (our reaction to it whether we go to God, our "gods", or take things in our own hands as Saul did). So, it gives hope that we don't have to fear the battle or whatever comes our way: our MAIN DUTY is to cling to God!! Clinging to God builds our faith so when the battle comes, our first "instinct" will be to CLING to Him, He fights for us, and He gets the glory, HALLELUJAH!!!! This was the best way I can explain it. Our God is GREAT AND MIGHTY!! Many times, at least I do, I am NOT mindful of WHO I am praying to. We don't pray to some invisible person in the sky. We are praying to the CREATOR AND KING of the universe, who is has TOTAL CONTROL, so why should we fear or go through life defeated and with our head down?? God bless you sister Kim!! Looking forward to hearing more of your studies!!

[@NeshieMoore]

This comment just blessed me!!

[@BLESSED2QUILT]

Kim, whoooaaa! This chapter was good to me. I read the chapters several times and take notes. Then I listen to you and I literally see it when I close my eyes. I agree with what everyone else said, but when that stone struck and sank into Goliath's head and he fell to the ground face down just like dagon! God is bigger than any problem we may face, even these health challenges I am facing!

[@irvinestvilus]

Hi Ms. Kim, I love your studies and how God has anointed you to teach His Word. I love how David stood up for God in the face of great opposition. In today's society it is easy (and troubling) as Christians to hide who we are or even compromise our biblical values and principles instead of boldly standing up for Christ and for the Truth of His Word. It is my prayer to be like David. Thank you and God bless you!

[@kimcashtate]

Amen.....it's my prayer to have David's boldness and faith as well. Every time I read this chapter, I'm blown away by it. What an example for us to follow today. And thank you so much for your sweet encouragement. xo

[@missyla2u]

Oooooo weee Praise God! This chapter speaks to me about about we look at others and we are overcome with the spirit of comparison. David wasn't concerned with any other weapons the Israelites had or that Saul could offer. He was confident God would bless him in HIS SPACE WITH WHAT HE HAD. I need to remember this the next time I'm feeling inadequate to do something God can bless me where I am. I love Davids confidence

[@JCGIRL0001]

Yes Sis! We can't compare!

[@kimcashtate]

Yes & Amen, Laverne! David truly WAS NOT concerned with any of it. He said, "Let me take my sling and my stones that I'm comfortable with and GO!" I agree....I want to remember this as well next time I'm feeling inadequate. David's confidence inspires me every time!

[@daniellembadu]

Love this response, Laverne!!! Amen!

[@missyla2u]

Danielle Mbadu thank you

[@JCGIRL0001]

Oh weeee!!! Kim you brought that study!! So many takeaways! But two things really hit me. One when you said David turned away. He didn't allow Eliab's words to penetrate his heart! I love that. He didn't even give Eliab's words a second thought. Lord, let me not internalize other people's criticism! And the other takeaway is that David didn't let Goliath set the terms for his success. Israel did. When Goliath said If an Israelite is able to fight and kill him, then the Philistines will become Israel's servants, but if Goliath overcomes the Israelite, then Israel will become the Philistine servants, Israel just accepted those terms as truth. They accepted that in order to have victory they had to have one man fight Goliath and win. But they could have ignored Goliath's criteria and just bum-rushed him in the middle of his speech, then took out the Philistine army. They weren't obligated to accept Goliath's terms. David didn't let Goliath set his terms. He just told Goliath what was going down. He was taking Goliath out, then the Philistine army. No slaves. Sort of like what David did to Eliab - David didn't allow Goliath to determine his options. David only followed God! Lord let me be free of the enemy and his criteria for success! Let my instructions only come from You!!!!

[@kimcashtate]

Ha.... "David didn't let Goliath set his terms. He just told Goliath what was going down." I LOVE THAT. I hadn't thought about it in terms of setting the terms. You are so right that that's exactly what Israel did. And yep, David didn't accept the terms about becoming slaves either. "All of y'all are doing down!" lol Girl, and your prayer! "Lord let me be free of the enemy and his criteria for success!" I'm ready to run around this room.....YES!!! We operate on the enemy's terms of success all the time, even in the kingdom. Lord, help us be free of that! I just love studying with you. :) Praise God for your enthusiasm for the Lord and eagerness to do HIs will!

[@JCGIRL0001]

And Kim, my nephews love you! When we have Bible study, they say they want to listen to KimCashTate! (They speak your entire name as if that were your first name. Not Kim, but KimCashTate!) hahahaaaaa!!! We were listenting to 3 Truths About Feelings. :) Thank you for sharing your gift with us!!! :)

[@kimcashtate]

Oh, wow, are you serous?!? That blows me away! Praise God that this is teaching that resonates with your nephews. God amazes me. "Not Kim, but KimCashTate" - lol!! This blesses me so much! Thank you for encouraging my heart. It's all God and I am humbled.

[@JCGIRL0001]

Absolutely serious! We just watched the beginning of "The Power in Keeping Quiet." ( We only watch a few minutes at a time so they can absorb it!. They each had to a pick a quality from James 1:19 to commit to practicing today. Josh picked slow to speak and Daniel's is a secret! Ha! They are writing their paragraph on it right now. They told me to tell you thank you for the messages (and Josh threw in "well-edited" messages because he's 12 and notices those things!) Ha!

[@kimcashtate]

I absolutely love that you watch a few minutes at a time AND that you create an actionable item to put into practice! And I am over here with my mouth hanging open that Josh said, "well-edited" messages....what?! I honestly would not think he'd notice something like that at 12!!! I see a filmmaker in his future....ha!

[@loriperez2185]

Im doing this Cling series alone and then separately with 3 of my kiddoes.

[@donnahayles6412]

Working through the book of Samuel and recently discovered this Cling series. All I can say is wow! Thank you for the deliberate and focused attention that you give to parsing the word of God. I am seeing all of these old stories through newly-opened eyes, and am amazed by the awesome power of God in using us when we cling to him. Isn't it like God to direct the stone to the only vulnerable exposed area on Goliath's body? He came clad in armour from head to toe, except for his forehead, and THAT is where the stone struck him. Alleluia! This is a reminder that God WILL expose our enemy's vulnerability and destroy them. We need not fear but instead should continue to cling to him.

[@TheFearofGOD]

Our Faith in HIM is EVERYTHING!!! 🙏

[@vanessajenkins5941]

I just recently started back reading the Bible with a new walk with God, and its like He is putting everything I need right in place at the right time. Thank you for answering your calling from God. You have made my spirit alive, willing and ready to follow the word of God through your teaching. Thank you again, you truly bring the chapters to life!!! May God continue to Bless you and give you Favor 🙏

[@confessionsofagoodgirl]

As I approached the end of this video, all I could hear was "I Didn't Know My Own Strength". I now understand we often do not realize our own strength because it is the strength of God working through us. While it's easy to doubt ourselves, who would dare doubt the strength of God? We all should be more like David and have faith in the strength God has bestowed upon us. Thank you for such a great message, Kim!

[@HelpMamaRemote]

This was definitely a chapter that I visualized every word in my head. There was definitely a lot to take away, but the one thing that stood out to me was David's righteous anger. Also noticed how Jesus being our Shepard (like David) He's also a warrior and soon everyone will know Him as the mighty warrior He is and not just the meek Shepard.

[@kimcashtate]

David's righteous anger.....yes, sis! He truly did have a righteous anger about what was happening and how it affected God's name. And I love your point about David being a type of Christ as a mighty warrior. YES! I love that Jesus will return as a warrior. Our Savior and King!

[@sweetfacebf]

HelpMamaRemote that's exactly what I thought about David. The Lord would leave the whole flock and go after that one sheep. That's what David did. Of course God chose him to be king. Such Steadfast and immovable in his faith. It takes a real knowledge and love of the Lord to have such faith in Him. Indeed we want to be like David. Love this chapter.

[@ageeibc6029]

God is using u sister as an oracle. U r great. I love your simplicity & gentle spirit. Continue to serve us, seniors. God bless u. Retiree, Malaysia. Amen.

[@crystalaverett4673]

First, I want to give you a HUGE thank you for amazing bible studies! They are the best bible studies I have found. Second, my take away is that our battles in life aren't ours alone but the Lord's. He will give us courage and fight for and with us.

[@lYirahmarie]

oh wow ! this is so awesome to see the relationship between David and God ! and how much he clinged to God knowing the battle is already won ! Praise God ! I can't help it I'm so excited and overjoyed, because we learn from this scripture that when we put our trust in God he takes over, and while both armies were wondering howDavid was going to do this, it was already done ! Yes ! sis Kim this was so encouraging and exciting and as always you deliver it so well ! God bless you my anointed sis in Christ Jesus and thank you so much, see you next week 💓

[@kimcashtate]

Ha, I love this, sis---> "....while both armies were wondering how David was going to do this, it was already done." Glory to God! I'm filled with praise every time I picture that scene! Excited and overjoyed indeed! Thank you as always for your enthusiasm for the Scripture, sis. Blessings to you!

[@chandykalu]

I just love the way you read the word! Wow! I can listen to you all day! ❤️

[@Charlenedoesstuff]

Praise the Lord!! I just finishing writing and posting a devotional lesson about how we are more than conquerors....and then I watch this today....yes, yes, yes! One of my many takeaways was how David went after the lion and the bear and then did the same thing with Goliath!!! It is a reminder that we are warriors. We do not lose and we don't run away in fear when the enemy comes to intimidate us!!! Another great lesson!!! Thank you!!! God bless you.

[@kimcashtate]

AMEN....we are indeed more than conquerors through Christ! So thankful for that truth!

[@amyhobson5960]

Clarity comes from praying first and listening to the Lord to come here and see what He says through you. Thank you Woman of God.

[@reneecottom-mann9248]

AMEN! The battle IS the Lord's my friend. So thankful for your ministry of mentorship. Your faithfulness is encouraging. I love how God's WORD puts His majesty on display. I am really enjoying this series. Look forward to walking with you through the scriptures.

[@leonaallen4542]

I just wanted to say thank you for your Bible studies on 1st Samuel I I'm learning so much about the Old Testament and I love that you pronounce all the names because sometimes when I read the Bible I can't pronounce those names and that bothers me I'm learning so much and it's opening my heart so much so thank you Kim.

[@madyella-Ge]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 🙌🏾🙌🏾 This is all I was doing when hearing this chapter. Glory to God he will show up and show out, only when you put your trust in him. You know sometimes it's hard to stand, but when you know you have God on your side you can stand no matter what comes our way. He's a keeper! David stayed in perfect piece because his mind stayed on God. Thank you Kim for staying on your journey. You have truly been a blessing. XOXO

[@madyella-Ge]

I was clapping & waving my hands as you do in church.

[@kimcashtate]

GeJoan, you touched on one of my favorite truths about God - He is a keeper! Amen! David knew that He was able to keep him, and I'm so thankful that He is able to keep US! As you said, we can stand no matter what. I'm clapping and waving right with you, sis! xoxo

[@veliciahiley7652]

It is amazing how today you are just an unknown. And leaning on and trusting God, you are catapulted to the front of the line. Great chapter Kim.♥️🙌🏼

[@kimcashtate]

Love this, Velicia. YES.....no one knew who David was, and those who knew him discounted him. ONLY GOD. As you said, leaning on Him and trusting Him made ALL the difference. Blessings to you, sis!

[@gabrielbutler4370]

I love that i came across you! I enjoy doing my morning devotions along your readings!

[@paulineosaghae2979]

This Chapter reminds us not to try to fight our battles on our own. The battle is the Lord’s not ours. As it is written in Exodus 14:14 He will fight our battles and we shall hold our peace. We should trust in the Lord with all our heart and not lean on our own understanding,and in anything we do we should acknowledge Him and He will direct our path.

[@flinryder7119]

I could only hope to have a fraction of davids faith.... it's easy to rely on your own thoughts and forget that our father is the one we should cling to xx

[@kimcashtate]

Oh, me too.....to have a fraction of David's faith....and then I'm reminded that it's God's grace and Spirit that was on Him....and on us. And that makes me want to praise!

[@RonPaulyGirl]

"All those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD's and He will give all of you into our hands." --1 Samuel 17:47

[@kimcashtate]

One of my favorite verses in the Bible!

[@lovemk0727]

School Developers a

[@missyla2u]

Yes I was waiting for this chapter through chapter 30

[@kimcashtate]

Me too, Laverne! I couldn't wait to get to David. :)

[@Msbmaxey8]

Kim a group of us are doing the 1 Samuel study (including @jessmoore). Praying for you as you prepare more studies.

[@NeshieMoore]

Thank you, Kim!

[@koilkingdom4848]

Your teaching 👍🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@loriperez2185]

Amazing study series!! Thank you Sister Kim. I truly was blessed by your recent testimony, video w/Spec. God is at work!! In constant prayer for you. I would encourage those doing this study to look into the possible circumstances of David's birth and childhood years (family dynamic). This will give insight into why he had to cling to God like he did. And surely the influence of his mother was great. God used the desolation he was forced into to teach him to cling to Him because he had no one else. Its amazing to connect the dots and see God's sovereign Hand at work here. Surely, the man who would be known for securing an eternal throne for Christ, would have had to have gone through the same sufferings as His (the) Lord. Read Psalm 69. These two articles I found were helpful in giving insight: The Bold Voice of Silence by Chana Weisberg and King David's Big Dark Secret by Dean Smith.

[@toyag.1849]

Amazing Word!!!🤗

[@kuortayi7425]

God bless you for your work, you're a blessing to me too, my take away are 17:26, 32 & 45....thanks.

[@elijahmitchell1642]

CLING TO GOD AND DON'T EVER LET GO NO MATTER WHAT AMEN AND AMEN SISTER!!!

[@lifeshortsostandtall]

Excellent study!

[@kimcashtate]

Praise God! Thanks so much for studying with me, sis.

[@ThePinkdiva101]

so encouraging 😀😇

[@kimcashtate]

Praise the Lord! Thanks so much for studying with me, sis.

[@millidw8070]

Thank you.

[@peculiargirl3223]

Beautiful 🔥💝🔥

[@kristennurse6543]

👂👂👂👂🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@kimcashtate]

So thankful for you, Kristen!

[@godbodysupernaturalfitness975]

King David is PRESTOR John...