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“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” – Ephesians 6:12 (KJV)
Every day, we face a spiritual battle that is not seen with human eyes, but it’s very real. The enemy tries to steal our peace, distort the truth, and weaken our faith. But God has equipped us with everything we need to stand strong.
Put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18), stay rooted in His Word, and remember: the war has already been won through Jesus Christ. When we pray, worship, and walk in truth, we don’t fight for victory; we fight from victory.
Isaiah 37:20 (ESV): “So now, O Lord our God, save us from his hand, that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that you alone are the Lord.”
Reference Context
This verse is part of a powerful prayer spoken by King Hezekiah of Judah during a time of great national crisis. The mighty Assyrian empire, under King Sennacherib, had invaded Judah and was threatening Jerusalem. The Assyrian king had mocked God and boasted that no god of any nation had been able to stand against him.
In response, Hezekiah goes to the temple, spreads out the threatening letter before God, and prays. Isaiah 37:20 is the climax of that prayer. Read it: Isaiah 37:16-20
The Great Elaboration (for study use)
1. “So now, O Lord our God” Hezekiah acknowledges the Lord as their God. This isn’t a distant deity; this is the covenant-keeping God of Israel, the one who has a personal relationship with His people.
2. “Save us from his hand” Hezekiah is not only asking for a military victory, but also for divine intervention. He knows that Judah has no hope of survival unless God steps in to deliver them.
3. “That all the kingdoms of the earth may know” This is critical: Hezekiah’s motive isn’t just self-preservation. He wants God to act in a way that brings glory to His name. He wants the world to witness God’s power and know that the God of Israel is not like the powerless idols of other nations.
4. “That You alone are the Lord” Hezekiah’s prayer ends with a declaration of monotheism (one). There is one true God, and He alone is sovereign. Deliverance would demonstrate that God isn’t one among many, but the only Lord.
APPLY THIS TO YOUR LIFE
This verse is a beautiful example of faith under pressure. It shows us how to pray in a crisis, not just asking for help, but asking that God would be glorified through our situation.
It also reminds us:
To turn to God first when we’re threatened or overwhelmed.
That God’s deliverance can be a testimony to others.
That glorifying God should be the heart of our petitions.
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God promises to be our Healer, restoring us in body, mind, and spirit. Through His Word, He declares that by Jesus’ stripes, we are healed. He draws near to the brokenhearted and binds up every wound. With faith, we receive His peace, strength, and the power to be made whole.
Sunday Devotion: Trust the One Who Sees It All This Sunday, take a moment to rest in the truth that God sees the full picture of your life, even the parts you don’t understand yet. While we may feel uncertain or impatient, God is working behind the scenes, aligning every detail for your good. Be still in His presence today, and let your heart be reminded: His timing is perfect, His ways are higher, and His love never fails.
“Greater things shall come, not by human might nor earthly striving, but by the sovereign hand of God. For it is written, ‘Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.’ (1 Corinthians 2:9) By His divine authority, He appoints seasons of increase. By His Spirit, He brings forth the greater, beyond what we can ask or imagine.”
“Strive for peace and prosperity in America. Send prayers for her, and if she has peace, so will you.”
This message echoes the timeless wisdom of Jeremiah 29:7, urging us to actively seek the well-being of our nation. By praying for America’s peace and prosperity, we uplift our communities and find peace within ourselves.
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on June 15, 2025