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Outnumbered

2 Kings 6:16

Elisha said, “Don’t be afraid, for those who are with us outnumber those who are with them.”

Elisha’s servant had a vision problem. He woke up one morning and saw an army of horses and chariots surrounding the city and went into a panic from fear and anxiety. Elisha calmly informed him that God’s army was much bigger than the threatening army gathering around, and he then prayed for God to open his servant’s eyes so he could see the supporting troops.

Like Elisha’s servants, we are often blinded to the strength of God’s forces surrounding us, and we need spiritual clarity to see how He is fighting for us. Just as Paul prayed in Ephesians 1:18 that the eyes of our hearts be opened to God’s strength, so we need to pray when the enemy rushes in to threaten us. Our God is bigger than any problem we face, and we must rely upon His strength to fight our true battles.

Spiritual warfare must be fought with eyes open to the real enemy and the power of Almighty God to equip us and strengthen us for warfare. Unless we know we have power at our disposal, we may shrink back in fear and anxiety and allow the enemy to steal what is precious to us, including our peace. We must wake up and see the power of God surrounding us and know that He is in control.

Don’t be afraid today. Those who are with us outnumber those who are with them, and any threat that taunts you is no match for the strength of God that is with you. Pray that He will strengthen you and open your eyes to see that He is greater than your problem. May He be magnified in your life and in mine, and may the tactics of the enemy be shattered in His presence. Such is your inheritance in Christ Jesus.

Have a blessed day!

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