#soap # 2 Samuel 22 ## Title: The True Key to Strength ## Scripture: (2 Samuel 22:2-4) He said: “The Lord is my high ridge, my stronghold, my deliverer. My God is my rocky summit where I take shelter, my shield, the horn that saves me, my stronghold, my refuge, my savior. You save me from violence! I called to the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and I was delivered from my enemies. (NET) ## Observation: Many would have looked at David in awe. How could he have come through so many dangers throughout his life? How could he have faced the greatest challenge in being deposed by his own son? This was a no-win scenario. If he gets his kingdom back, it will mean the death of his son. How did he survive it all? The above verse tells us. The key to David’s strength was that he was not leaning on himself. He leans on God to strengthen and save him. David did his best, but ultimately trusted in the Lord and realized all salvation came through Him. This is a powerful testimony. It is ours as well. Lean on God and not our own understanding. This is where strength truly lies. ## Application: Lean on God as the Source and Sustainer of all things. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for being trustworthy.