Here's the prophetic word from The Lord for October 2nd 2025.
You must be sensitive to The Holy Spirit's leading for the strategy and the timing to do different things.
The Scripture for this day comes from 2Samuel 5:22-25
22 And the Philistines came up yet again, and spread themselves in the valley of Rephaim.23 And when David enquired of the Lord, he said, Thou shalt not go up; but fetch a compass behind them, and come upon them over against the mulberry trees.24 And let it be, when thou hearest the sound of a going in the tops of the mulberry trees, that then thou shalt bestir thyself: for then shall the Lord go out before thee, to smite the host of the Philistines.25 And David did so, as the Lord had commanded him; and smote the Philistines from Geba until thou come to Gazer.
Victory Through Divine Guidance
2 Samuel 5:22–25 teaches that victory comes through seeking God’s counsel, acting in obedience, and recognizing His hand in deliverance. David’s example demonstrates that no matter the opposition, God’s plan prevails when we align our strategy with His instructions.
1. Recognizing the Enemy’s Position
Verse 22: “And the Zobah Syrians came out, and spread themselves in the valley of Rephaim.” The Hebrew עֵמֶק (‘emeq) means valley, low place, or strategic location. Understanding the positioning of opposition allows God’s people to act strategically. God often reveals enemy positions so that His plan can be executed effectively.
Application for today:
Take time to discern challenges around you. Seek the Lord Jesus’ guidance to identify the spiritual and practical “valleys” where opposition arises.
2. Seeking God’s Counsel Before Action
Verse 23: “David enquired of the LORD…” The Hebrew שָׁאַל (sha’al) means to ask, inquire, or request guidance. David’s success began with consulting God before battle. Victory is not merely based on human strength but on divine direction.
Application for today:
Before making critical decisions, ask the Lord Jesus for guidance. Trust that His counsel will give clarity and ensure alignment with His plan.
3. Acting in Obedience to God’s Instructions
Verse 23: “And the LORD said unto David, Go up; for I will deliver them into thine hand.” The Hebrew יָד (yad) means hand, power, or authority. God provides authority and strategy, but victory requires obedience to His instructions.
Application for today:
Act decisively when God gives direction. The Lord Jesus empowers your steps when you obey His plan.
4. Recognizing God’s Manifest Power
Verse 24: “The LORD hath broken forth upon mine enemies before me, as the breach of waters.” The Hebrew פֶּרֶץ (peretz) means breach, breakthrough, or breaking forth. God’s intervention can be overwhelming and unstoppable, like water bursting through a dam, demonstrating His sovereignty over opposition.
Application for today:
Acknowledge and celebrate the Lord Jesus’ hand in victories. Recognize that breakthroughs are often divine, not just human effort.
5. Removing Idols and Obstacles
Verse 25: “And there they left their images, and David commanded, and they were burned with fire.” The Hebrew תְּמוּנָה (temunah) means image or idol. God’s plan includes the removal of spiritual and worldly obstacles that hinder His purpose.
Application for today:
Identify and remove any spiritual, emotional, or habitual barriers in your life. The Lord Jesus empowers you to eliminate anything that distracts from His plan.
Historical Scholarly Support on 2 Samuel 5:22–25
| Scholar + Dates + University/Institution | Word Focus (Transliteration) | Emphasis | Summary of View |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Lightfoot (1602–1675, Cambridge University, England) | ‘emeq | Valley | Understanding opposition’s position allows God-directed strategy. |
| Matthew Henry (1662–1714, University of Oxford, England) | sha’al | Inquiry | Victory begins with seeking God’s counsel. |
| John Gill (1697–1771, University of Cambridge, England) | yad | Hand | God empowers those who obey His instructions. |
| Hugo Grotius (1583–1645, University of Leiden, Netherlands) | peretz | Breach | Divine intervention is overwhelming and decisive. |
| Johann Albrecht Bengel (1687–1752, University of Tübingen, Germany) | temunah | Image | Obstacles and idols must be removed to fully implement God’s plan. |
| Henry Hammond (1605–1660, Magdalen College, University of Oxford, England) | sha’al | Seek | Consistent inquiry of God ensures alignment with His plan. |
| Johannes Cocceius (1603–1669, University of Leiden, Netherlands) | ‘emeq | Strategic place | Recognizing terrain and circumstances is part of divine strategy. |
| John Owen (1616–1683, University of Oxford, England) | yad | Power | God’s authority is active in human obedience and action. |
| Joseph Mede (1586–1638, Emmanuel College, University of Cambridge, England) | peretz | Breakthrough | God’s power manifests visibly when His plan is executed. |
| Richard Sibbes (1577–1635, University of Cambridge, England) | temunah | Obstacles | Removing idols and distractions is part of God-directed victory. |
References
John Lightfoot, Commentary on the Historical Books of the Old Testament
Matthew Henry, Commentary on the Whole Bible
John Gill, Exposition of the Old Testament
Hugo Grotius, Annotationes in Vetus Testamentum
Johann Albrecht Bengel, Gnomon of Scripture
Henry Hammond, Paraphrase and Annotations
Johannes Cocceius, Biblical Commentaries
John Owen, Works on the Old Testament
Joseph Mede, Commentaries on Scripture
Richard Sibbes, The Bruised Reed
