1 Kings 8: 44 ,
45 (NAS)
When Thy people
go out to battle against their enemy, by whatever way Thou shalt send them, and
they pray to the LORD toward the city which Thou hast chosen and the house
which I have built for Thy name, then hear in heaven their prayer and their
supplication, and maintain their cause.
1 Kings 8: 44 ,
45 (NLT)
If your people
go out at your command to fight their enemies, and if they pray to the LORD
toward this city that you have chosen and toward this Temple that I have built
for your name, then hear their prayers from heaven and uphold their cause.
There are
certain times when you must gather together with your brethren to come against
the enemy. Unless you are diligent to do this, you will not go forward or make
any progress. In fact, many times the enemy will push you backwards and
you will lose the ground that you have already gained.
Therefore, you
must purpose to go forth into battle. You must move against your enemies,
even taking the war into hostile territory. You should march forth by
whatever road, way, or direction that the Lord your God shall send you.
However, if you
find yourself in the heat of the battle with no way to turn, you must pray and
intercede to Jehovah, the Lord. Look toward His city and His dwelling place,
where the Light abides. It is there that He has established His name.
When you pray,
Adonai will hear you and give attention to your supplication. Therefore,
seek His gracious intervention on your behalf. Ask for His mercy and pray
that He will direct His favor towards you. As He bends down to you, you know
that He will act in justice. He will decide for your cause and execute
judgment in your behalf. You will be vindicated and your enemies will be
punished.
(Originally
written 12/15/07)
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