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Men of Valor: King David

  • Writer: David and Marilynn Chadwick
    David and Marilynn Chadwick
  • May 29
  • 2 min read

by David Chadwick


King David was described as “a man of valor and a man of war” in 1 Samuel 16:18. Take note that David is referred to as a man of valor even when was still a young boy, much like we saw yesterday with Zadok. It’s no wonder he went on to take on a bear and a lion when he was a mere shepherd boy. He developed valor as a young man in the pastures so he could lead in valor in the palace.


Think for just a moment. Where is God developing you right now? What are the “pastures” in your life where you are training and developing yourself for future battles? Places that seem hidden from the public eye, but places you need to govern before God gives you more influence. God is always giving us opportunities to build character and to strengthen ourselves. Like any good father, he disciplines those he loves (Hebrews 12:6).


Was David’s valor what led him to fight the nine foot giant named Goliath? David didn’t think twice about running straight TOWARD the giant in battle. David had no fear! I would certainly think his patterns of valor encouraged his courage in battle.


David is described in the Bible as a man after God’s own heart (1 Samuel 13:14). But I would argue he was also a warrior after God’s own heart as well. He spent the majority of his life fighting and battling for righteousness, purity, holiness, and victory, even in spite of his many challenges, sins, iniquities, and setbacks.


Think about this for a moment. Even after committing adultery with Bathsheba, having her husband killed, and then lying to cover it up, he entered into deep and remorseful repentance, showing his deep love for God.


Let this be an example that summons all young men, especially, wherever you may be, to seek to become men of valor. You are never too young to be used by God and to cultivate a life of valor. You, too, can run toward the giants and slay Goliaths in your own spheres of influence.

 
 

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