Daily Power #158

“Be strong and let us fight bravely for our people and the cities of our God.” (2 Sam. 10:12)

Not only does God want you to fight, but he wants to give you a cause greater than yourself. Then, once you love something enough that you’re willing to die for it, you’ll be set free to live. Fight for a cause greater than yourself. It’s in you.

Maybe you’re thinking, I don’t know, Craig. I’m laid-back, peaceful, live and let live. I’m not really into that whole fighting thing. Or you might be thinking, Yeah, bring it on! I’m tired of feeling like I’m losing a battle wherever I go. Either way, just remember that ultimately the strongest person is not the one who lifts the most weight, but the one who has the most faith.

Maybe you’re in danger of failing financially. Now is the time to fight like your life depends on it. To get control of your budget and align your priorities with your cash flow.

Perhaps you’re playing with a lustful fire. You keep returning to images and people and places that excite you but also unleash something you’re afraid you can’t control.

Your marriage might be hanging by a thread. Determine to never surrender. Use love, patience, and forgiveness. Lay down your life and save your marriage. Maybe your kids are making dangerous decisions.

Learn how to fight with faith, with prayer, and with the Word of God. Then, when your Enemy begins to attack, fight for the righteous cause that God gave you. Draw a line in the sand. Make your Enemy pay. Make sure he gets the message. Don’t cross a warrior. Don’t mess with me. God is on my side.

Power Lift

Dear God, help me to discern where I need to fight today, and then give me the strength I need to win the battle.