"David has Slain his Ten Thousands"

I was explaining to a church member about the meaning of the young women's praise of King Saul and David which gave rise to the former's jealousy of the latter. King Saul was a hero to God's people especially in his first ten years or so, but during his latte years he fell away from the Lord and the Lord raised up a shepherd boy to replace the king. Even in his early years in Saul's service, David proved to be heroic, not just for killing the giant Goliath but winning many battles against the Philistines. But the Israelite maidens' song of praise for David got to Saul's nerve. David slain his ten thousands while Saul had only 1,000 to his name. Thus, the cause of jealousy as we often see played out in real life.

A man is jealous of his neighbour for being more successful than him. He is always envious of others' achievements. No doubt, those who are successful bear the brunt of jealousy from his fellow men. Ten thousands is ten times one thousand. One thousand in biblical terms is already plenty and ten thousands is highest praise just like the Shulamite girl praised her lover as the only one out of 10,000 men. 

By God's grace and in His will, I felt in the past year the Lord really granted me abundance. Whatever one does, one prospers when we live in communion with Him for he who meditates on his law day and night is like a tree planted by the riverside, bearing fruits in its season. I have published 7 books, the last six in five years (2020-2024). This year back in the pastorate I have not done any writing since last October when I accepted the offer of my current pastorate. 

Church work takes up all my time if you want to do something well. It is bearing fruits. I felt closer than ever before with the praise and worship team. Sunday services have become a blessing to many who come and those who watch online. I don't access the two platforms that the church subscribed to. But yesterday I was told that ten of thousands people clicked on our Sunday services streamed live. Then this morning I saw the figures which was beyond what I thought possible. David has slain his ten thousands.