As
captain of the host of the Lord am
I now come.
Josh 5:14 (KJV)
Surely Israel might now face the foe with unwavering confidence, and
sing of victory even before the battle was gained. And so may the Christian. It
is to now conflict of uncertain issue that he advances; the result of the
battle is not doubtful. The struggle may be severe, the warfare long; he may
sometimes, like the pilgrim, be beaten to the ground, and well-nigh lose his
sword; but “though cast down” he is “not destroyed.” The Captain of salvation
is on his side, and in the midst of the sharpest conflict he can say, “Thanks be
unto God, who giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” –S.A.
Blackwood
