#soap # 1 Samuel 21 ## Title: Stay Focused ## Scripture: (1 Samuel 21:5) David said to the priest, “Certainly women have been kept away from us, just as on previous occasions when I have set out. The soldiers’ equipment is holy, even on an ordinary journey. How much more so will they be holy today, along with their equipment!” (NET) ## Observation: When serving the Lord, it’s important to stay focused. David lets us in on how he instructs his soldiers. When you’re on a mission, stay focused. Don’t get distracted. This should be our posture in serving the Lord. We need to remember we live in a spiritual war zone. Jesus has already won the victory. Our job is to take the ground He already won. Therefore, we must stay joyfully focused. ## Application: Stay focused on the prize of serving the Lord. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for giving us the chance to live for You.