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"For the battle is not yours, but God's." 2 Chronicles 20:15 A battle implies a struggle, a fight against an hostile force, whether someone or something. In the instance recorded in 2 Chronicles, the battle is against a physical enemy. But, for us, our battles are not usually of this nature but are broader things, difficult situations with which we struggle; health issues, family matters, problems at work, school or other authorities, or the pressures of daily life. There is nothing in the Bible that tells us our lives will be battle free but it does tell us what to do when faced with battles. Our natural reaction is make the battle "ours", to make it our own. We don't see any other way of winning the fight but to be there on the front line, taking things into our own hands. The people in Chronicles were being invaded by a vast army. 2 Chronicles 20:1-2 They were frightened and discouraged. Thankfully, they did what we should do when faced with opposition, they turned to God, crying out that they didn't know what to do. 2 Chronicles 20:3-13 And God's answer? They do not have to fight! God himself would fight for them. 2 Chronicles 20:17 Their instructions - go and face the opposition, do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, but stand firm. Standing firm is probably the hardest thing to do. Fighting back or running away would be easier. But by standing firm they would see the deliverance that God would give them. God would rescue them. They would see his power and strength. In turn, they could have courage and trust in God for the next battle! 1 Corinthians 16:13 tells us "Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong." It is by having faith in God, by trusting in Him, that we can "stand firm". 2 corinthians 1:24 We have to turn to God, as did the people of Judah in Chronicles. Go to Him, tell Him your fear and then do the difficult thing, ask Him for guidance and instructions and stand firm in the confidence that you can trust God.