Preparing for the battle

Reading: Isaiah 40-41 and John 21

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31, but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.

Thoughts: As we enter into battle there is always the need for a reminder of where our strength comes from. Even though we are promised His strength and power we also need not to sit back and not prepare. Yes, we wait on the Lord but what are we doing in that waiting? We need to put down the remote, get off the couch, and prepare for what is coming. The enemy is much stronger than we are and God is going to work through us but if we are not bearing fruit now then how is He going to multiply what is not there? Get in the Word, seek out others who will sharpen you and you can sharpen them. We are meant for community and depending on what the community looks like around you will determine the fruit you bear and if it is worthy of being multiplied by God.

Prayer: Lord God You are worthy, I praise you, let your will be done in my life, in the life of my family, in my Job, and in this world. Shine your light on me and may I reflect your glory. I ask that you lead me to the people in my life who need to be there and will help me grow, and help me to see those I need to cut out. Help me to bear fruit, grow in discipline in body and mind. Mold me into the warrior you have created me to be.