For I was ashamed to request from the king troops and horsemen to protect us from the enemy on the way, because we had said to the king, "The hand of our God is favorably disposed to all those who seek Him, but His power and hIs anger are against all those who forsake Him." Ezra 8:22
When it was time to lead God's people back to the promised land, Ezra had a tremendous challenge. Should he ask for help from the king, or ask God? He had told the king God would help them, so at crunch time, he called for fasting and prayer for God to get them home. When we have troubles and trials, what source to we go to for help? When we claim God is with us, let's prove our testimony by always going to Him for help first. May our faith be strong enough to trust and obey.
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