WAR HORSES
Today's reading: Proverbs 20-21

"The horses are prepared for battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord." Proverbs 21:31 NLT

I can see the muscled necks of the battle horses gleaming in the morning sun. They've been groomed till they shine. Their manes and tails have been braided to make them aerodynamic, their hooves trimmed and rasped. The bridles, straps and cinches have been tightened and checked. The stirrups adjusted. The horses stand ready, grained and aware of the task at hand.

I can also see my best attempts shining like trophies on a shelf. My well thought out plans. The verses I've looked up. The prayers I've prayed. The scenarios I've determined might occur. The responses I've rehearsed.

And in the case of both the war horses and my best efforts, it boils down to the truth in this verse...

"...the victory belongs to the Lord."

It's not about horsepower or my abilities, it's about Him.

I needed a reference point to re-focus my attention upon.

I needed a reminder after a few heart-sinking defeats.

I needed a wake-up call for my pride and ego.