Promises for the Battle
Doug Knighton
Strength #7—Obedient Strength
Your own eyes have seen all the great work Yahweh did. Therefore, keep every commandment that I am commanding you today, so that you may be strong and go in and possess the land into which you are about to cross. Deuteronomy 11:7–8 Strength derives from repetition. So the old proverb says, “If you lift … Continue reading
Strength #6—Strengthening Prayer
Because faith does not characterize everyone, pray that we may be delivered from perverse and evil people. Fortunately, the Lord is faithful, who will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. 2 Thessalonians 3:2–3 It seems obvious that not everyone acknowledges and trusts God. So why bring it up? We need to be … Continue reading
Strength #5—Contented Strength
The Lord said, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is brought to completion in your weakness.” … Therefore, I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ’s sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:9–10 If we want to experience … Continue reading
Strength #4—Strengthening Words
Paul and Barnabas strengthened the souls of the disciples by urging them to continue in the faith and that they would encounter many unavoidable tribulations as they enter the Kingdom of God. … With a lengthy speech, Judas and Silas encouraged and strengthened the disciples. Acts 14:22; 15:32 Jesus made it clear that only those … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … About Convicted Strength
During the Last Supper, Jesus spoke more specifically about the lives of his followers after his resurrection and ascension: “If I go, I will send the Paraclete to you. When he comes, he will convict the world concerning sin, and righteousness, and judgment; concerning sin, because they do not believe in me; and concerning righteousness, … Continue reading
Strength #3—Renewing Strength
After you have suffered for a little while, the most gracious God, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, stabilize, strengthen, and establish you. 1 Peter 5:10 Peter knew from experience that this promise is true. He was able to write about it here because God caused it to come … Continue reading
Strength #2—Strong Examples
Be patient; strengthen your hearts, for the Lord’s coming is near. … Behold, we consider those prophets blessed who endured. Also, you have heard of Job’s endurance, and you have seen the outcome of the Lord’s dealings, because he is emotionally tuned in and sympathetic. James 5:8, 11 We can strengthen our hearts by considering … Continue reading
Strength #1—Greater Strength
Loving God with all our heart, loving our neighbors as ourselves, resisting the Devil, and building up the Body of Christ require strength—specifically, strength of both mind and heart. While God commands us to be strong in these endeavors, he also promises to provide what we need to strengthen our resolve. Additionally, he offers us … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … That God Accomplishes His Purposes
Great encouragement came to me recently from Isaiah 55:11, “So shall my promise be that goes forth from my mouth. It shall not return to me empty; rather, it shall accomplish what I intend, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I send it.” This verse teaches us that God’s declarations effectively change … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … About the Right Kind of Clothing
In the parable of the emperor’s new clothes, the emperor thought he was wearing clothing that fit his position as the supreme ruler. Unfortunately, he was deluded. He was not wearing royal raiment; indeed, he was not attired in anything. Job, on the other hand, did not suffer such delusions. The man whom Yahweh affirmed … Continue reading
Promises for the Battle 