Biblical Answer

The Battle is Lost Before it Begins

The battle is lost before it begins because we fight it first in the external world. We often try to resolve conflicts and issues with others before we have dealt with God about them. This approach can lead to losing the battle every time. The Bible teaches us to first deal with God about our conflicts and issues, and then to address them with others. When we fight in the external world without first fighting the battle before God, we are not in a position to effectively engage in the conflict. We are not in a position to engage with others in a way that honors God and reflects His character.

Faith Keeps Us Fighting

Faith keeps us fighting, whether we seem to be winning or not. When we have faith, we know that God is with us and that He is fighting for us. This knowledge gives us the strength and perseverance to keep fighting, even when the battle seems lost. We keep fighting because it's the right thing to do, not because we are guaranteed to win. Our ultimate victory is not on this earth, but in heaven. We may not win every battle, but we can still win the war. Paul teaches us to endure hardship with perseverance, just like a good soldier of Christ Jesus (2 Timothy 2:3). We must be willing to persevere in the face of prolonged wars, knowing that God is with us and that He is fighting for us.

God Gives Us Help and Strength

God gives us help and strength to fight the battle. We don't have to fight alone. The church is like a tag-team wrestling match, where we can call for help when we feel exhausted. We also have the promise that God gives us the strength we need to fight the battle. He gives us the Holy Spirit to empower us and to guide us in the fight. When we are weak, we can call on God for help and strength. He will give us what we need to win the battle. We must remember that our ultimate goal is to glorify God, and that the struggle we face is not a fight or a heated exchange, but a series of statements leading to a conclusion. We must be willing to fight the battle, not for our own sake, but for the sake of God's glory. When we fight for God's glory, we can be confident that He will give us the strength and help we need to win the battle. We must not give up, even when the battle seems lost, because God is with us and He is fighting for us.