What is the first thing that you do when facing a problem? Do you research the problem and possible solutions? Or do you forge ahead, thinking that your experience and know-how will solve the issue? Perhaps you turn to a trusted friend or someone who has already faced this problem. Or maybe you just break down and try to hide from it. We try to find weapons to handle the battles that we face.
Psalm 20:6-7 says, “Now I know that the LORD saves his anointed; he will answer him from his holy heaven with the saving might of his right hand. Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.” This Psalm was written as a celebration before the soldiers went into battle. They declared that they placed their trust in the Lord and not in their weapons. When we are facing trouble, we can choose to place our faith in our own abilities and experiences, or we can choose to trust God’s unlimited power and wisdom to lead us to overcome our struggles.
Reluctant Retiree 