Their strength and weapons were not what won the land and gave them victory! You loved them and fought with your powerful arm and your shining glory (Psalm 44:3, CEV).
Daffodil path, Butchart Gardens, Victoria, BC — photo by David Kitz
Reflection
This week’s I Love the Psalms theme is land.
What is the secret to victory in war? In modern warfare often the answer boils down to superior weapons. Superior weapons are the product of superior technology, so whoever has the best technology can be assured of victory. Right?
Don’t count on it. In the final years of the Second World War, Germany had developed fighter jets that were far superior to the turboprops the allies were flying. Similarly, German guided missiles were raining destruction down onto London. But despite these superior weapons, Germany lost the war.
Apparently, according to today’s verse from the Psalms, when it comes to war, God has the final say on who wins.
Their strength and weapons were not what won the land and gave them victory! You loved them and fought with your powerful arm and your shining glory (Psalm 44:3, CEV).
The secret to victory in war is knowing who is on your side. If the LORD is on your side, the path to victory is certain. The LORD is a warrior; the LORD is his name (Exodus 15:3, NIV).
Response: LORD God, in the spiritual warfare that I face daily, I desperately need you on my side. You are my strength against powerful spiritual enemies. But with you my victory is assured. Amen.
Your Turn: Have you enlisted the Lord to fight for you or are you fighting with him?
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During WWII one of Gen. Omar Bradley’s lieutenants asked him if he thought God was “on our side.” Bradley corrected him by responding, “The real question should be are WE on GOD’S side.”
That’s an excellent observation, G.W. In a time of war, we can’t simply assume God is on our side.
Good lesson! The battle belongs to the Lord! Thanks for sharing your words of encouragement here.