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As the enemy bore down on Judah, God spoke through Jahaziel: Do not be afraid!...for the battle is not yours, but God’s.” We may not fight an enemy army, but every day we battle temptation, pressure, and “rulers…of the unseen world” (Ephesians 6:12) who want us to rebel against God. Remember, as believers, we have God’s Spirit in us. If we ask for God’s help when we face struggles, God will fight for us. And God always triumphs. How do we let God fight for us? (1) Realize that the battle is not ours, but God’s; (2) Recognize human limitations and allow God’s strength to work through our fears and weaknesses; (3) Make sure we are pursuing God’s interests and not just our own selfish desires; (4) Ask God for help in our daily battles.--- Life Application Study Bible notes