7-19-07 Numbers 14:9

Numbers 14:9 (NAS)
Only do not rebel against the LORD; and do not fear the people of the land, for they shall be our prey. Their protection has been removed from them, and the LORD is with us; do not fear them.

Numbers 14:9 (NIVUS)
Only do not rebel against the LORD. And do not be afraid of the people of the land, because we will swallow them up. Their protection is gone, but the LORD is with us. Do not be afraid of them.

Although at one time, you revolted and rebelled against Adonai, now you have dedicated your life to Him. You do not fear or dread anyone or anything; nothing of this earth terrifies you. There is only One whom you fear. You stand in awe and reverence of Jehovah, the Lord your God; you honor and respect Him in all things.

Do not be afraid of any nation or group of people; for they are held in the dark, whereas you are child of the light. When you engage them in battle, you will find them to be food for you. The spoils of war will be your bread and provision.

Your enemies will not even have a shade to protect them. They will find that the gods in which they trusted are mere empty images. They will turn aside and sink before your weapons.

So rejoice; the Lord your God is with you. He goes before you into battle and you have nothing to fear.