Of David. Praise be
to the LORD my Rock, who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle.-Psalm
144:1 (NIV)
My husband told our son to open the first page from an
autographed book he brought home from a training much needed for his work. He
was excited at the same time, telling us about the significance of this
training with him and his co-workers at these trying times. Obviously, he
learned so much.
The author, with his stylish, cursive handwriting began with
“To a brother…” and ended it with the verse I wrote above… My husband added
they were both excited to know the many similarities they had as both had
served in the military and to learn that he was also a “brother in Christ” made
his heart jump with joy.
“It fits what many does in law enforcement but I see the
bottom line,” humbly I reminded him.
“In reality, we battle in this unseen war…And it is indeed
God Who helps us with this…”
He silently nodded as he paused for a few bites of the
dinner I just warmed up for him.
And as we surrender our hearts to Christ, we are all in this.
From being lost sheep, we become soldiers…In these trying times, may we,
children of God, use our hands, our fingers to battle the many circumstances
surrounding us in persistent prayers…Because the war is real. It lies deep in
our hearts. Of when to say yes or no. Of when to know what is true and what is
false. Of hating what is evil and fighting for what is good. While at the same
time, starting with a “thankful prayer” for the previous mercy given to wretched
state. Most of all, of allowing God to help us in this battle for we are not
able to win without His help. For it is only His help that makes a sinking
vessel float. It is only His help that makes one realize that his or her life
is but a shadow. It is only His help that drives one into a realization that
self-importance does no one any good. And that’s where our victory comes…From
Him and Him alone…
Yes… “Praise be to
the Lord, my Rock!!!”
