12 Then Joshua spoke to the Lord in the day when the Lord delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel:

 “Sun, stand still over Gibeon;

And Moon, in the Valley of Aijalon.”

13 So the sun stood still,

And the moon stopped,

Till the people had revenge

Upon their enemies.

 Is this not written in the Book of Jasher? So the sun stood still in the midst of heaven, and did not hasten to go down for about a whole day. 14 And there has been no day like that, before it or after it, that the Lord heeded the voice of a man; for the Lord fought for Israel. Joshua 10:12-14

 Sometimes I think we, as children of God, underestimate the power of our Creator. We encounter a problem and are reluctant to give it to God for His help. Maybe it’s something sinful we’ve done and the results are disastrous and we need a way to get back on the path of righteousness. There are many opportunities for God to intervein, but He’s waiting on us to acknowledge Him in our day of trouble. How much trust do you have in God to help you?

 We read in today’s verses, Joshua 10:12-14, Joshua requested God stop the sun’s movement, so Israel could finish the battle. God answered his request by halting the sun and moon. WOW, talk about powerful. Although Joshua was a man of strong faith, I believe he was probably awed by God’s ability to manage the universe for Israel’s advantage. Even today, we see God intervening in Israel’s battles with their enemies.

 What battle, or battles, are facing you today? They come in all shapes and sizes and many of them look impossible to defeat. Turn your battles over to the One who controls the universe! He can and will work a miracle on your behalf when you have faith in His abilities. Faith is the necessary ingredient that gives power to your prayer request. Have faith in Him as you release those battles into His hands. God bless!