The Apostle Paul wrote that believers are in a spiritual battle all the time against forces that are wickedly strong . He also maintains that we have the power of God with us in these battles , and this New Testament promise is an echo from the days of Joshua , the fearless Israelite commander in ages past . This mindset is a model for all of us .
Dick Winters was a 27-year-old first lieutenant when he jumped into Normandy , france , in 1944 , with other paratroopers during the invasion of Europe . Once the Allies began moving inland , winters' unit was given the objective of taking a key French town from the Germans .
As Winters and his men approached , machine gun fire pinned them down along a road leading into the town . They had nowhere to go . All of a sudden , winters stood straight up and began shouting orders at his men . Stunned at first , they looked up and decided that if he could do it , so could they .
The entire force leaped to their feet and charged the German position . That was the last day Nazi forces controlled Carentan , france . The next day , winters was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross . This is precisely how we can overcome great odds , great challenges . When circumstances threaten to overwhelm us , we can fight back with confidence in Christ .
He's the one leading us along dangerous roads . Psalm 27.3 offers encouragement for life's battles , roads . Psalm 27.3 offers encouragement for life's battles . Though an army besiege me , my heart will not fear Though war break out against me . Even then I will be confident when the army of God is with you . Who can stand against you ? Let's pray Father .
Only you can lead us in the battles of life . You are all we need . We believe that no enemy can stand against you and your army . Your strength holds us up above the danger and sets us on safe ground . Thank you , lord , for your eternal faithfulness In Jesus' name , amen .