Basic Scripture for 18 October 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

Basic Scripture for 18 October 2025 Prayer points and Declarations

 BASIC SCRIPTURE: 1 SAMUEL 17:41-51

1 Samuel 17:41-51

41 And the Philistine came on and drew near unto David; and the man that bare the shield went before him.

42 And when the Philistine looked about, and saw David, he disdained him: for he was but a youth, and ruddy, and of a fair countenance.

43 And the Philistine said unto David, Am I a dog, that thou comest to me with staves? And the Philistine cursed David by his gods.

44 And the Philistine said to David, Come to me, and I will give thy flesh unto the fowls of the air, and to the beasts of the field.

45 Then said David to the Philistine, Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield: but I come to thee in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied.

46 This day will the Lord deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth; that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel.

47 And all this assembly shall know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle is the Lord’s, and he will give you into our hands.

48 And it came to pass, when the Philistine arose, and came and drew nigh to meet David, that David hasted, and ran toward the army to meet the Philistine.

49 And David put his hand in his bag, and took thence a stone, and slang it, and smote the Philistine in his forehead, that the stone sunk into his forehead; and he fell upon his face to the earth.

50 So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and smote the Philistine, and slew him; but there was no sword in the hand of David.

51 Therefore David ran, and stood upon the Philistine, and took his sword, and drew it out of the sheath thereof, and slew him, and cut off his head therewith. And when the Philistines saw their champion was dead, they fled.

FINISH READING: Our Daily Manna ODM Today 18 October 2025

Basic Scripture for 18 October 2025: 1 Samuel 17:41-51 (The Victory of David over Goliath)

This passage details the climax of the famous battle between David and Goliath. It highlights:

• Goliath’s reliance on human armor and weapons.

• David’s reliance on the name of the Lord of Hosts.

• The victory that comes through faith, not by human strength.

• The complete defeat of the enemy, leading to freedom for God’s people.

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Prayer Points

1. Prayer Against Contempt and Underestimation:
   Father, just as Goliath despised and cursed David, I pray against every spirit of contempt, mockery, and underestimation directed at my life, destiny, and family. Let their words fall to the ground powerless, in the name of Jesus.

2. Prayer for Unshakeable Confidence in God:
   Lord, endow me with the same unshakeable confidence David had in Your name. When I face my “Goliath,” let my first response be to declare Your supremacy and not to cower in fear.

3. Prayer to Overcome Intimidation:
   I reject and break the power of every intimidating spirit, situation, or report that stands against me like a giant. I declare that the battle is the Lord’s, and my heart will not fear.

4. Prayer for Divine Strategy:
   Jehovah Nissi, my Banner in battle, reveal to me Your unique strategy for overcoming the challenges I face. Like David, who did not use Saul’s armor, show me Your specific method for my victory.

5. Prayer for Precision and Accuracy:
   As David’s stone found its mark, I pray for divine precision and accuracy in my words, decisions, and actions. Let every “stone” I throw in faith hit the forehead of my problem and bring it down.

6. Prayer for Total Victory and Restoration:
   Father, as David’s victory led to the Philistine army fleeing and Israel plundering their camp, I pray for a total victory in my life that leads to restoration of all that the enemy has stolen.

7. Prayer for the Next Generation:
   Lord, raise up a generation of Davids in our families and churches—young people who know You, trust You, and are bold to confront the giants of their time in Your name.

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Declarations

1. I declare today that I do not fight my battles by human strength or carnal weapons, but in the name of the LORD of Hosts, the God of the armies of Israel! (v. 45)

2. I declare that every giant of sickness, debt, failure, and fear that has defied the living God in my life is a defeated foe. This day, it will fall on its face to the earth! (v. 49)

3. I declare that the Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the bear will deliver me from this uncircumcised Philistine standing against my destiny! (v. 37 – reference)

4. I declare that my victory will be a testimony to all around me that “there is a God in Israel” and that salvation belongs to the Lord! (v. 46-47)

5. I declare that I am equipped with the five smooth stones of God’s Word, Prayer, Faith, Obedience, and the Holy Spirit. They are more than enough to bring down any giant.

6. I declare that just as David used Goliath’s own sword to cut off his head, the very weapons the enemy formed against me shall be turned around for my total victory and his utter shame. (v. 51)

7. I declare that my path is cleared of every hindrance. The enemies of my progress are fleeing, and I am advancing into a season of plunder and great testimony, in Jesus’ mighty name!

In Jesus’ Name, Amen.