The Anointed Helper: There is Help in the Name of Jesus

 

The Power of Divine Help

The story of David and Goliath is one of the most remarkable demonstrations of divine help through an anointed vessel. Goliath’s sheer size, strength, and intimidating presence paralyzed Israel with fear. Even King Saul, a trained warrior, felt helpless against him.

But Israel didn’t just need a fighter—they needed an anointed man.

God Raises Up Anointed Vessels to Bring Deliverance

Throughout Scripture, God’s way of helping His people has often been through an anointed vessel. Saul was once that man for Israel, but after losing the anointing, he could no longer lead them to victory.

“Then Samuel took a vial of oil, and poured it upon his head, and kissed him, and said, Is it not because the LORD hath anointed you to be captain over his inheritance?”
(1 Samuel 10:1)

However, after Saul’s disobedience, the anointing departed.

“But the Spirit of the LORD departed from Saul, and an evil spirit from the LORD troubled him.”
(1 Samuel 16:14)

🔹 The anointing is what qualifies a person for divine assignments. Without it, even the most skilled leader will fail.

The Anointing Produces a Different Response to Challenges

When Goliath threatened Israel, both Saul and David heard the same words, yet their reactions were vastly different.

Saul and his men reacted with fear:

“When Saul and all Israel heard those words of the Philistine, they were dismayed and greatly afraid.”
(1 Samuel 17:11)

David responded with faith and boldness:

“For who is this uncircumcised Philistine, that he should defy the armies of the living God?”
(1 Samuel 17:26)

What made the difference? The anointing!

The same was true for Saul when he still had the anointing. When Nahash the Ammonite besieged Jabesh Gilead, Saul’s response was bold and filled with divine authority:

“And the Spirit of God came upon Saul when he heard those tidings, and his anger was kindled greatly.”
(1 Samuel 11:6)

“Tomorrow, by that time the sun be hot, you shall have help.”
(1 Samuel 11:9)

🔹 The anointing enables a person to recognize their divine assignment and respond with faith instead of fear.

Fear Often Reveals Whether We Are Relying on Self or God

Fear is a natural response to challenges, but it can also reveal whether we are relying on our own strength or on God’s anointing. Some great men of faith felt fear yet still obeyed:

• Gideon was afraid but obeyed God (Judges 6:15-16).
• Joshua was commanded to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9).
• Paul came to the Corinthians with fear and trembling but relied on God’s power (1 Corinthians 2:3-5).

The key is not the absence of fear but the choice to trust in God's power despite fear.

David was an Anointed Helper for Israel

David was not just a shepherd boy—he was God’s chosen and anointed deliverer.

“I have laid help upon one that is mighty; I have exalted one chosen out of the people. I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him.”
(Psalm 89:19-20)

Because David carried divine help, Goliath was no match for him. By fighting David, Goliath was fighting God.

David’s True Weapon was the Name of the Lord

Many focus on David’s slingshot and stones, but his real weapon was the name of the Lord.

“You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.”
(1 Samuel 17:45)

🔹 The name of the Lord is the true weapon that secures victory. The battle was won not by military strength but by divine authority.

Goliath: Only the Champion of the Philistines

Three times in 1 Samuel 17, Goliath is called a "champion" (verses 4, 23, 51). However, when David defeated him, something profound was revealed:

“And when the Philistines saw that THEIR CHAMPION was dead, they fled.”
(1 Samuel 17:51)

✅ Goliath, a type of the enemy, was only the champion of the Philistines—not the champion of God's people.

🔹 Satan is not the champion of the believer in Christ. The name of Jesus was given to us to defeat him.

The Name of Jesus: Our Anointed Helper

The name of Jesus now carries all the anointing and authority that David walked in—and more.

“There is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”
(Acts 4:12)

“Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.”
(Psalm 124:8)

We may not fight physical giants, but we all face spiritual battles. The key is to confront them in the name of Jesus, not flee from them.

A Necessary Prayer for Boldness

Like David, we need boldness to confront the enemy’s threats. Even the apostles prayed for boldness:

“And now, Lord, behold their threats: and grant unto your servants, that with all boldness they may speak your word… By stretching forth your hand to heal; and that signs and wonders may be done by the name of your holy child Jesus.”
(Acts 4:29-31)

🔹 Boldness is a missing link in the church today. We must ask God to fill us with His Spirit so we can wield the authority of Jesus’ name.

Christ is Our Ultimate Anointed Helper

In conclusion, Jesus is the ultimate Anointed Helper. His name carries the full weight of heaven’s authority. Just as David trusted in the name of the Lord, so must we.

“In my name, they shall cast out devils… they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.”
(Mark 16:17-18)

How Should We Respond?

✅ Do not rely on self-effort—rely on God’s anointing.
✅ Do not flee from your battles—confront them in Jesus’ name.
✅ Pray for boldness and walk in the authority of Christ.

🛑 What battles are you facing today?

Speak the name of Jesus over them and watch divine help manifest!