2 Chronicles 20:4 “So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord: and from the cities of Judah, they came to seek the Lord.” NKJV

Spoiler alert: Battles may lie in wait for you today. There is no predicting how these will look, in what form they will arrive, to what degree of difficulty you will face because of them, nor what changes you will be required to make due to them. But rest assured, Satan is behind them.

Today’s challenge might be of an emotional sort. You may be ingulfed in worry or guilt over unexpected news. Perhaps self-doubt will creep in as you scroll social media eyeing the perceived perfection filling each post.

Your challenge may be of a personal nature. Struggles with your health, your finances, or your job may seem insurmountable. Moving forward might seem impossible as your troubles multiply in your mind.

It is possible difficult relationships will challenge your day. Confrontations with friends, your spouse, your children, or co-workers may discourage you, leaving you ready to jump-ship.

And certainly, Satan’s goal of waging spiritual battle with you today is real. The busyness of your day can crowd out your time with God. Satan’s pursuits can render you reluctant to cast your cares upon your loving Father who will provide strength for the battles ahead. By day’s end, you are left defeated.

So, there you have it: today’s bad news.

Gratefully, good news awaits.

In 2 Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat feared his day ahead. As the enemy army approached, he desperately sought a solution. So, how did the king face this challenge and win his battle?

“So, Judah gathered together…” The King realized surrounding himself with like-minded people was powerful. “Together” allows us to feel each other’s pain, support each one’s efforts, and multiply our strength for upcoming battles.

“Ask help from the Lord…” The king desired united voices crying out to God. Calling upon our Father acknowledges our helplessness and His sovereignty. Rest assured, God hears our cries.

“They came to seek the Lord…” This denotes action is required in discovering God’s will and direction in our lives. The people of Judah traveled to gather and seek the Lord. What must we do?

Satan is persistent in attacking us, but we are not meant to face our battles alone. We are daughters of a mighty King who surrounds us and supports us through all that lies ahead. Our Father promises to be found when we seek Him with all our heart. (Jeremiah 29:13) So sisters, good news: Battles may lie in wait for us today, but so does sweet victory!

Father God, help us seek You.

Rita Cochrane