Promises for the Battle
Doug Knighton
Help #7—Unusual Help
Jesus said to his disciples, “I have food to eat that you do not know about. … My food is to do the will of him who sent me, and to accomplish his work.” John 4:32–34 At the end of a long day, when we are bone-weary, frustrated, discouraged, and beat, God’s deliverance often comes … Continue reading
Help #6—Glorious Help
Yahweh, warrior deity, has established that people toil for fire, and nations grow weary for nothing; for the earth will be filled with the knowledge of Yahweh’s glory as the waters cover the sea. Habakkuk 2:13–14 God’s commitment to maintain and display his glory drives his providential supervision of his entire creation. Because he is … Continue reading
Help #5—Teaching Help
Abraham said, “God will see to the lamb for the burnt offering.” … Then Abraham saw behind him a ram caught in the thicket. Abraham took the ram and offered it up in the place of his son. And Abraham called the name of that place “Yahweh Will Provide.” Genesis 22:8, 13–14 Abraham was not … Continue reading
Help #4—Hope-based Help
We were so afflicted in Asia, that we were burdened excessively, beyond our strength, so that we despaired even of life; indeed, we had the sentence of death within ourselves so that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God who raises the dead. … He on whom we have set our hope will … Continue reading
Help #3—Overwhelming Help
Yahweh’s Spirit moved Jehaziel to say, “Listen, all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem and King Jehoshaphat, Yahweh says this to you, ‘Do not fear or be dismayed because of this great multitude, for success in the battle is not up to you; it is up to God.’” 2 Chronicles 20:14–15 God is more than … Continue reading
Help #2—Brotherly Help
Saul went out to seek David’s life while David was in the wilderness. But Jonathan arose, went to David, and encouraged him in God: “Do not be afraid, for the hand of Saul my father shall not find you. Indeed, you will be king over Israel, and I will be next to you.” 1 Samuel … Continue reading
Help #1—Holy Help
“Help! I need somebody. Help! Not just anybody. Help! Y’know I need someone to HELP!” “The salvation of the righteous is from Yahweh. He is their strength in time of trouble, and he helps them, and delivers them … from the wicked, and saves them, because they take refuge in him.” “God is our refuge … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … About Walking in His Ways
One of the helpful metaphors the biblical authors use characterizes our lives as a journey or a walk. For example, when Abraham turned ninety-nine, God said to him, “Walk about before me with integrity” (Genesis 17:1). After Solomon finished building the temple, Yahweh reminded him to “walk before me as your father David walked, in … Continue reading
I Was Just Thinking … About True Riches
What makes someone rich? The Bible talks about being “rich in faith” (James 2:5), and having “the true riches” (Luke 16:11). But what are these “true riches”? Paul tells us they consist of the overwhelming gain of knowing Christ, of having personal fellowship and communion with him. Only in this way can I find total … Continue reading
God’s Awareness #8—Well-Watched Praise
Yahweh is in his holy temple; Yahweh’s throne is in heaven. His eyes watch; his eyes examine everyone. Yahweh tests for righteousness; indeed, he hates wickedness and the love of violence. Psalm 11:4–5 Faithful God, as you scan and scrutinize our lives from the beauty and majesty of your heavenly dwelling, we rely on your … Continue reading
Promises for the Battle 