Confidence in the Battle

2 Kings 18,19; 2 Chronicles 32; James 5

“’…Do not be afraid or discouraged because of the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater power with us than with him. With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the Lord our God to help us and to fight our battles.’ And the people gained confidence from what Hezekiah the king of Judah said.”

2 Chronicles 32:7, 8

What do we do when we face an enemy that is too strong for us, like cancer, family conflict, loss of a job, or any other significantly painful event?

The mocking words of the enemy can taunt us much like Sennacherib’s officers did to Hezekiah and the people of Judah at the wall of Jerusalem. Hezekiah declared by faith that God’s presence was enough. He reminded his people that God had promised to fight their battles if they would uphold their covenant with him.

What promises and Scripture do we need to remind ourselves today as we face the tests before us?

Our confidence comes from God’s Word and his living presence within us. The Spirit of God will empower us to stand firm in the battle if we determine to resist fear and discouragement in the name of the Lord.

“Lord Jesus, deliver me from evil this day and fill me with your Spirit and remind me of your Word so I can resist the enemy and give you glory.”