The angel of GOD appeared to him and said, ” GOD is with you, O mighty warrior!” (Judges 6: 12 MSG)
We all go through hard seasons in life that cause us to question who we are. Seasons we didn’t ask for or never thought we’d suffer from. Our confidence eroded and our identity becomes shaken and doubted.
Overpowered by the Midianites, the nation of Israel was living at this period in constant fear in their own land. They were constantly raided, virtually deprived of their living. The bible says, “The people of Israel, reduced to gridding poverty by Midian, cried for help.
Gideon, while working in fear out of sight of the Midianites, the angel of the lord appeared to him and said “GOD is with you, O mighty warrior!” (Judges 6:12 MSG).
Though God called him a “mighty warrior,” Gideon struggled to let go of his doubt, self-imposed limitations, and insecurities (vv. 11-15). On more than one occasion, he questioned the Lord’s presence and his own qualifications, but eventually surrendered in faith.
You may have been damaged emotionally by the kind of remarks people made about you. Some people may have even suggested you lack intelligence because of your devotion to God and to them you have nothing to show for it. Though these unpleasant treatment may have cut deep in your heart, do not give up. When you are tempted to wanting to define your identity by your current experience which will soon pass or by peoples comments, ask God for help, meditate on God’s words, keep going with Spirit-empowered courage and confidence.
When we trust God, we can live like we believe what He says about us is true. Even when unpleasant situation tempts us to doubt our identity, our loving Father confirms His presence and fights on our behalf. He affirms we can walk like mighty men of war armed with His absolute love, guarded by His endless grace, and secured in His reliable truth of His word
Life Application
When you are tempted to wanting to define your identity by your current experience which will soon pass or by peoples comments, ask God for help, meditate on God’s words, keep going with Spirit-empowered courage and confidence.
