“The Sea,” 1873, Gustave Courbet. Image from a page of the 2012 Desk Calendar, courtesy of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Store
Armed for battle…the first step is to realize that the battle does not belong to us…
“…This is what the Lord says to you: ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s’ .” 2 Chronicles 20:15
Armed for Battle
Trusting in the Lord,
I stand firm when facing despair.
Never wavering, I march ahead.
I am armed for battle.
I fight against what cannot be seen.
My enemy schemes to defeat me.
Without God’s help I cannot win.
I am armed for battle.
My battlefield stretches far beyond my sight.
The strikes against me, oh how they pound.
Where do I turn? To you Lord I flee.
I am armed for battle.
You Lord equip me with all that I need.
Although I may tremble, in my own strength.
Your truth, your righteousness, and your peace defend me.
I am armed for battle.
You are like fortress, where I am shielded from harm.
The trials you allow are my training ground.
Lord, I need never surrender to anyone but you,
for I am armed for battle.
Felecia R. Weber, OntheWingofaDove.com
There is beauty in the battle…when we allow God to fight for us!
Peace and love,
Felecia
