Worship: A Study in Psalmsনমুনা

What does it say?

Israel prayed for their army to succeed. David then rejoiced in the victories, blessings, presence, and love of the Lord as He sang praise to God for giving them strength.

What does it mean?

Before David led his army into battle, he led them in prayer. His words demonstrate how he approached a physical battle in the spiritual realm. He wisely acknowledged that the banners flying before Israel’s armies didn’t represent his greatness but that of their God. Their advantage in battle was directly connected with the name of the Lord, not the number of horses or chariots that went out. David’s faith was rewarded with God’s protecting presence, and the Lord was exalted, both in Israel and among their enemies.

How should I respond?

Life’s challenges are similar to battles. At times you may feel that you’re fighting battles on multiple fronts. As followers of Christ, we naturally think that God should be on our side, helping us to succeed. The real question, however, is whether or not we are on His side. If you want your plans to succeed, then align your heart’s desires to God’s will. He will always support those who trust in His name and stand firm on His Word. The other consideration is whether you’re fighting the battle solely by physical means. Think about a current or recent challenge. Did you stop to pray? Were you more concerned about how the issue affected you or how God could be honored through it? Before attacking the next problem, remember that winning the battle starts by getting on your knees.