This word is submitted by Petru Prinsloo (saip@cis.co.za)

Iron Chariots
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Saints,

"So the LORD was with Judah. And they drove out the mountaineers, but they could not drive out the inhabitants of the lowland, because they had chariots of iron." (Judg 1:19 - NKJ). On discussing this with Father, He responded:

Yes, and this was so - even though I had promised: "Judah shall go up. Indeed I have delivered the land into his hand." In the mountains, where there were no iron chariots, Judah had a glorious and successful campaign. In the mountains they 'ran well'. In the lowlands, fear hindered them. When I told them that one man shall chase a thousand for I fight for them, I did not exclude iron chariots. Yet they allowed their fears to prevail against their faith. They could not trust Me under any disadvantages, they couldn't face the iron chariots, but withdrew their forces. Did they stand to fight, they would have, with one bold stroke, completed their victories; and set a courageous example for the other tribes. The consequences is seen as the other tribes didn't complete their victories either. They left the very people alive who led them away from Me to serve other gods - the rest is history......

Are you facing any disadvantages - any iron chariots? Do you not know that before My chariots, the chariots of iron are as stubble to fire. Look again at the promises I have given you. I work to bring My Word to fulfilment. When I tell you that I will be with you, it is I Who arises on your behalf. When I arise, Our enemies will be scattered. I will drive them away like smoke before the wind. In the fire of My Presence they will melt as wax. My chariots are among you, even thousands of thousands and I wound the head of Our enemy.

Can you still fear iron chariots when you stand and fight in My strength? Will you allow fear to prevail against your faith in the One Who rides on the heaven of heavens? Are the disadvantages you are facing so great that they tower over My strength? No, they cannot be, for I have spoken. I've sent out My voice, a mighty voice, for My strength is with you, My excellence is over you. I AM the One Who gives strength and power to My people - whether you fight in the mountains or in the lowlands; whether you face foot soldiers or iron chariots.

Love and follow Me fully, actively and even aggressively with all your heart, soul, mind and body. Obey Me, believe My promises and let not your fears influence the course of history.

(Jos 17:18, Jos 23: 10, Judg 1:2, 19, Ps 68, Gal 5:7)

- From the chambers of His heart
Petru