In honor of Father’s Day, we shall look at 2 Samuel 23:8-23 where it introduces us to five of the soldiers who served in the Special Forces that protected King David. You could call these men, “The King’s Mighty Men”. Our first verse today says, “These are the names of the mighty men whom David had…” 23:8.By the way, how would you define a “mighty man”? A wise theologian from the past named J.C. Ryle doesn’t actually define a mighty man for us, but he does disclose a list four common dangers that can weaken men, such as pride, pleasure, presumption and peer pressure. He also identifies four dependable resources which can strengthen a man like scripture, prayer, community and Jesus.When wild geese take flight, they usually fly together in a V-formation. This natural structure of cooperation and unity helps them fly farther than they would have had they flown solo. As a matter of fact, researchers estimate that flying in a V-formation increases their range by 71%. Plus, have you ever heard geese honking as they fly through the air? These “honkers” are located in the back not the front of the wedge, perhaps saying to those near the point, “Stay at it! Stay at it! We are with you! We can do this together!”Let’s learn some valuable lessons from these mighty men of the past who lives are saying to men of any generation, “Stay at it! Stay at it!”A mighty man is a valiant man, 23:8A mighty man is a vigilant man, 23:9-10A mighty man is a vital man, 23:11-12A mighty man is a voluntary man, 23:15-17A mighty man is a vigorous man, 23:18-19A mighty man is a victorious man, 23:20-23---Growing in Grace Devotions and Inspirations  Hosted by Pastor Victor Morrison  First Baptist Church1700 Milam StreetColumbus, TX, USA 78934http://fbccolumbustx.org/

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