David’s skill as a shepherd was invaluable to him when he confronted Goliath. In both cases, other people benefited from these experiences. God often uses our situations, experiences, or previous education to prepare us for new roles that will be a blessing to others. It is imperative that as individuals we are seeking ways to increase our horizons through education, new experiences, new challenges, and training. We never know when God may put those skills to use in order to advance the kingdom of
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