I love this verse in the Amplified Classic Bible, “Be strong and courageous. Be not afraid or dismayed before the king of Assyria and all the horde that is with him, for there is Another greater than (all these) with him” (2 Chron 32:7). Hezekiah was encouraging God’s children in Judah with these words and continued in verse 8 to say that it was the Lord that would help them to fight their battles. These words were spoken many, many years ago but they still apply today. The “Another” is of course referring to God and He is also with us and is greater than anything that can come against us. Maybe you are not facing the king of Assyria but you are facing a major battle in your life that is causing you to be fearful and stressed. Whether it be a health crisis, financial issues, marital problems or anything else, this verse applies to you! Firstly, God says through Hezekiah to “be strong and courageous” and not to be afraid. It is interesting that both Moses and Joshua spoke similar words when leading the children of Israel. If we are not afraid, we can trust that God will fight for us as He said He would. (See also Ps 60:12; 44:5 and Prov 21:30,31). We also need to train our minds to focus on victory rather than failure (2 Cor 10:4,5). “Ye are of God, little children and have overcome them because greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world” (1 John 4:4; KJV). As you go through your day meditate on the fact that “Another” is with you and will fight your battles for you; He will help you, give you wisdom and bring you the victory. Keep trusting Him!