Fear in the midst of war might seem logical and reasonable. But over and over again, God tells us not to fear even in battle. Take this powerful message from 2 Chronicles 20:15: “And he said, ‘Listen, all you of Judah and you inhabitants of Jerusalem, and you, King Jehoshaphat! Thus says the Lord to you: ‘Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.’” – 2 Chronicles 20:15 (NKJV)
(For other similar verses, check out Joshua 10:3, Deuteronomy 20:1, Deuteronomy 3:2, Numbers 21:34, and many more.)
While only a small percentage of us will experience military combat, all of us are in a battle—a spiritual battle. As Ephesians 6:12 reminds us: “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” – Ephesians 6:12 (NKJV)
And even beyond the spiritual, we all face tangible battles in life—whether they’re legal issues, health challenges, personal struggles, family difficulties, or sin. Regardless of the form the battle takes, we are not meant to fear.
So why should we not fear in these fear-inducing situations? Because the battle is not ours. No matter the challenge, the battle belongs to God. As Deuteronomy 3:22 says “You must not fear them, for the Lord your God Himself fights for you.” – Deuteronomy 3:22 (NKJV)
(For more verses of reassurance, read 2 Chronicles 20:15, Exodus 14:13, Deuteronomy 1:29-30, and 2 Kings 6:16.)
So, let’s remember this truth: “If God is for us, who can be against us?” – Romans 8:31
When we remember God is fighting for us, we can face any battle without fear. Trust in His strength, and remember—have no fear.
