Facing Your Battles

July 3, 2009

By Scott McChrystal

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9, NIV).

After Moses died, God appointed Joshua to lead the people of Israel through many battles before they could fully claim the land God had promised. With the Lord’s help, Joshua and the people of Israel prevailed.

Some people today seem to miss two important truths. First, in this life we will face numerous battles we cannot win in our own strength. Second, God’s presence is not limited to the pages of the Old Testament. He stands ready today to help you with the battles you face. Don’t try on your own.

Your life can be one of victory. Are you allowing the Lord to help you in the battles you face?

— Chaplain Col. (Ret.) Scott McChrystal serves as the military/VA representative for the Chaplaincy Department of the Assemblies of God. Excerpted from “Daily Strength for the Battle, Volume 1.”

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