The Battle Is The Lord's

Prevailing faith reckons the victory before battle even begins. When the young shepherd looked at Goliath, he saw him as a dead man. In fact, because of David’s relationship with the Lord, he understood that all giants— whether bears, lions or Goliaths—were the same. How does this "reckoning" take place? First, we fight the "battle before the battle." Through prayer and meditation on Scripture, we work through any uncertainties and fears. We reaffirm in our heart that this is the Lord’s battle, declare He has won the victory, and wait for His timing. When we act, we do it God's way, with trust in His presence and provision. (Charles Stanley)