Is it important to persevere? Starting point: 1 Samuel 30 “Trouble at Ziklag”

Last weeks episode – Achish says ‘NO’ A quiet journey Ziklag – David under pressure

David gets help David’s natural response

When things get tough, find your strength to carry on, in God Persevere - DON’T give up

Reasons why we give up under pressure We get tired It’s hard We see no reason to carry on

Reasons to persevere even though we are tired and it’s hard We see a reason to carry on God has spoken We have vision We see the bigger picture

Where we need to persevere Parents Husbands and wives Difficult circumstances Prayer God’s calling The church Projects

Don’t give up – Gal 6 v 9 Asa – the king with poorly trotters “Be strong, don’t give up and you will be rewarded” “Remember your past victories – God is with you if you are with Him” “The eyes of the Lord search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him”

Perseverance is a Godly characteristic - Literally! God perseveres - 2 Peter 3 v 9 If we persevere, the nature and character of God is seen in us