"Don't be afraid," the prophet answered. "Those who are with
us are more than those who are with them." 2 Kings 6:16 NIV
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The king of Syria (Aram) made war against Israel, but every
time he planned where he would camp, God would speak to Elisha who would warn
the king of Israel. When the king of Syria found out that Elisha was the
informant, he sent horses and chariots and a great army to capture him.
Elisha’s servant arose early one morning–and there was an
army, surrounding the city with horses and chariots. Elisha prayed, and
said, "LORD, I pray, open his eyes that he may see." and the LORD opened the
eyes of the young man, and he saw. And behold, the mountain was full of horses
and chariots of fire all around Elisha. (2 Kings 6:17 NKJV)
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As we read the miraculous events in the lives of Elijah and
Elisha, it is difficult to relate. But God's Word tells us that we too are
surrounded by angelic protection. We are in a spiritual battle just as real as
the physical one Elisha experienced. But God has promised that “the one who
is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” (1 John 4:4)
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Lord, I pray for your protection for my family and my church
as we seek to glorify You and share Your precious Word in our community and
throughout the world. Help us to be prepared by putting on the whole armor of
God. (Ephesians 6:10-18)
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“Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around
your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet
fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to
all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the
flaming arrows of the evil one.”Ephesians 6:14-16 NIV
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