Episode 323: "Victories in the battles of life and career!"

SELDI Podcast with Tony Williams

Greetings, Leaders.

As we journey daily, we often find ourselves in a spiritual battle. With discernment from God, these battles transform our perspective and revolutionize our approach to life and career.

Jehoshaphat, a great king in ancient times, gives us God's blueprint for victory. Jehoshaphat and his people are enjoying God's blessings when Jehoshaphat receives an alarming message that three armies are coming to attack them.

What steps should we take for victory?

First, understand that you are in a battle.

Next, remember who you are and to whom you belong because identity is essential in keeping calm in the battle.

"You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!" Isaiah 26:3 NLT

Now, seek the LORD and follow His instructions on what to do, when to do it, and how to do it. Remember, God has a plan; trust in His guidance.

In believing faith and trust, Jehoshaphat prays to God with his people,

"We do not know what to do, but we are looking to you for help."

2 Chronicles 20:12 NLT

This collective prayer and reliance on God is a powerful testament to the strength and unity God gives us in times of spiritual battle.

Then, God gives us fantastic insight.

"This is what the LORD says to you:

'Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God's. You will not have to fight this battle.

Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the LORD will give you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face them tomorrow, and the LORD will be with you." 2 Chronicles 20:15-17

Your faith and belief in God are your most valuable assets.

When we unite our faith with another like-minded person, our "Victory Mindset" empowers us.

"I tell you this: if two of you agree here on earth concerning anything you ask, My Father in heaven will do it for you. For where two or three gather together as My followers, I am there among you."

Jesus - Matthew 18:19-20

Ask God to give you a prayer partner with whom you can pray in unity concerning whatever God wants you to accomplish.

Expect God to instruct you and resolve to follow His instruction even if you can't tell the why.

God instructs us through Jehoshaphat;

"Have faith in the LORD your God and you will be upheld; have faith in His prophets and you will be successful."

After consulting the people, he appointed people to sing to the LORD and praise Him for the splendor of His holiness as they went out at the head of the army, saying:

"Give thanks to the LORD, for his love endures forever."

As they began to sing and praise, the LORD set ambushes against their enemies, and God defeated the enemy's armies.

God will empower us to win every battle when we trust and rely totally upon Him for victory!

Begin now, relying totally upon God for everything.

We will rejoice in the victories He gives.

"How the king rejoices in your strength, O LORD!

He shouts with joy because you give him victory.

For you have given him his heart's desire;

you have withheld nothing he requested." King David- Psalm 21:1-2

Victory!