For those that need a Breakthrough

 Read 1 Chronicles 14. 

The very nature of leadership involves facing challenges and tests.  As soon as the Philistines heard that David was now the king, they went to battle.  The Philistines relied on their man-made gods for guidance.  David, on the other hand, had complete faith in the LORD. 

Each time he was challenged, David went to prayer and waited for an answer.  And each time when the LORD was obeyed the nation experienced victory. 

The first battle in this chapter took place at Baal-perazim which means "Lord of breaking through."  As David said, "God has broken through my enemies by my hand, like a bursting flood" (v.11).  In their quick retreat, the Philistines left all their gods behind.  David made sure they were all burned to ashes. 

Some may choose to ignore the power of God.

Some may not believe in the power of God.

Some may resist the power of God.

But when God acts, it comes like an over-powering flood of water that bursts through all defenses of mankind. 

Everyone needs a breakthrough at key times in their lives.  Our God is the "Lord of breaking through".