“One of the servants said to Saul, ‘One of Jesse’s sons from Bethlehem is a talented harp player. Not only that—he is a brave warrior, a man of war, and has good judgment. He is also a fine-looking young man, and the Lord is with him.’” 1 Samuel 16:18
You cannot be a warrior on the outside if you aren’t first a warrior on the inside. This is the formula that sustains you in the presence of kings.
A Man of Valor has nothing to do with fighting on the battlefield but everything to do with the battles within. It’s about conquering the battlefield of the mind.
The area you develop will bring you access.
1) Can you manage the information that comes to you?
A Man of Valor carries courage and confidence, not easily moved by what he hears in the natural. If information can overwhelm you, you will lose the battle on the inside before losing it on the outside.
2) Can you manage your emotions?
Are there boundaries to your emotions, or are you easily overwhelmed? Without a healthy emotional life, you won’t have the capacity for sound decision-making. A Man of Valor is steadfast and dependable, with a soul like still waters, not a raging river. Develop inner strength.
3) Can you manage your sensory input?
What is the threshold of pressure your soul can handle?
David could see a lion before him, yet his soul was not overwhelmed by what his senses perceived. Can you face pressure without intimidation? Be ruled by the peace of God. Remain calm even in chaos.
A Man of Valor has mastered his inner life, building his capacity for pressure to navigate life without being overwhelmed. Develop internal governance. God is preparing a group to function as kings.