How to Win Before You Fight

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Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 14:6-23

1 Samuel 14:6-15 we read that Jonathan, King Saul's son, decided to attack a garrison. A garrison is a place where troops gather to protect a portion of land. Jonathan and his armor bearer climb up to the garrison. As they draw near Jonathan says, 'When the Philistines see us if they say, 'We are coming out to you.' then we will hide ourselves and not go up. However, if they say, 'Come up here and we will show you something.' then we will know that GOD has given us the victory over the Philistines. GOD can deliver with few or many.' The armor bearer says, 'I'm with you whatever you do.' 

These two brave men demonstrate some essentials that we need to win the battles today.

They submitted the following to GOD:

* Thoughts: During the time of war, since King Saul needed to conquer territory, Jonathan, and his armor bearer 'pick a fight' with Israel's enemy the Philistines.

* Words: 'If the Philistines say, 'We will come to you...' we won't fight. If the Philistines say, 'Come up to us...' we will fight because GOD has given us the victory.

* Perspective: GOD can do anything. GOD can give victory over twenty men to two men. The numbers don't matter.

* Action: Show up for the victory with sword or sharpened ax. Go to the battle and fight.

* Outcome: GOD with us is sure victory.

When I first read the passage and realized that two men were picking a fight with a troop of twenty men I saw a quick slaughter about to happen. Easily ten men could overrun one man. No sweat! However, this was no ordinary encounter because Jonathan had consulted GOD before challenging his enemy. Remember that at this time Israel's eager warriors rarely had swords. Jonathan had a sword and let's suppose that his armor bearer had something in his hand. 

As we continue reading in verse 15, we notice there was panic in the Philistine camp. At the same time there was an earthquake. The Philistine's were having a panic attack and scattering in all directions because of the sudden earthquake. GOD didn't wait until Jonathan and his armor bearer began to fight to show HIS support of their efforts. Right off the bat GOD is insuring their victory.

I know this battle may seem far removed from your challenge today. You are looking at bills piling up. You have medical conditions that seem to be worsening. Your family is struggling to learn to speak and listen to each other’s hearts. You need guidance because the decisions in your life are pressing and decision time is near. You cannot afford to make a mistake right now.

Please, do as Jonathan and his armor bearer are seen doing in this scripture passage.  

Submit your circumstance, need, decision, and challenge(s) to GOD. 

GOD will make HIS presence known. 

Seek HIS direction for your choices and HE will give you HIS victory before you begin to fight.


The anatomy of victory: 

* Thoughts: Before committing to an action seek GOD.

* Words: State your dependence upon GOD. Maintain your expectation towards GOD. Be confident that HIS presence is with you. Trust HIS ability to manage the situation.

* Perspective: Declare GOD's power to your circumstance, need, decision, and challenge(s).

* Action: Show up for the victory. Do your responsibility. Make the best choice that GOD has given.

* Outcome: GOD will give you HIS victory.

 

Feel free to shine,


One Light

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