The
source of Gideon’s spiritual strength lay in the Lord – “The Lord is
with you, mighty warrior” (Judges 6:12). The source of Jesus’ strength
lay in God the Father – “the Son can do nothing by Himself; He can only
do what He sees the Father doing” (John 5:19). When we realize the
source of our spiritual strength, we are able to say, “My heart is
steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast” (Psalm 57:7).
What God did for His people, Israel, was very great. There is a striking contrast between their slavery in Egypt and their abundance in the promised land. God had multiplied His blessing upon them, just as Jesus did when He turned water into wine (John 2:1-11). If the blessing is to be maintained and increased, we must honour the Lord. We must cry to Him for blessing: "Hear my prayer, O God, listen to the words of my mouth." We must call upon Him with faith: "Surely God is my help; the Lord is the One who sustains me" (Psalm 54:2,4).
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