IMITATE THEIR FAITH/JONATHAN - Loyal Son, and Brave Soldier - Continue

 Jonathan evidently knew his God well.  He no doubt knew that in the past, Jehovah had helped his people defeat enemies who vastly outnumbered them. Sometimes He had even used a single individual to bring victory. (Judges 3:31; 4:1-23; 16:23-30) So Jonathan knew that it was neither the numbers nor the strength nor the weaponry of God's servants that mattered; it was their faith.  In faith, then, the Jonathan let Jehovah determine whether he and his armor-bearer should attack the outpost; he chose a sign by which Jehovah could signal approval. With that approval secured, Jonathan fearlessly forged ahead. 

Note two facets of Jonathan's faith.  First, he had profound awe for his GOd, Jehovah.  He knew that God Almighty does not depend on human strength in order to accomplish his purposes, yet Jehovah delights in blessing faithful humans who serve him.  (2 Chronicles 16:9)  Second, Jonathan sought evidence of Jehovah's approval before he took action.  Today, we do not seek supernatural signs from our God in order to verify  that he approves of our course of action.  With the entire inspired Word of God at hand, we  have all we need in order to discern God's will.  (2 Timothy 3:16, 17) do we consult the Bible carefully before making important decisions? If so, we show that we care about God's will more than our own-much like Jonathan. 

Next time: IMITATE THEIR FAITH/JONATHAN - Conclusion of Loyal Son, and Brave Soldier

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