You Are Not Fighting This Battle Alone

“He saw that there was no man— he was amazed that there was no one interceding; so his own arm brought salvation, and his own righteousness supported him.” Isaiah 59:16, CSB

Have you ever stood on the sidelines of a sporting event?

Even if it’s only Little League, there is nothing like being in the environment of an exciting, competitive game.

I remember when my oldest son, Liam, got his first chance to start on his flag football team. There were so many good players that he had to work hard to get his opportunity as a starter. The competition was fierce!

Ever since Liam started playing flag football, I had been coaching his team. I’d always been with him on the field and on the sidelines. So when the day came for him to start, he looked at me and said, “Dad … you’re going to be with me, right?” 

I said, “Of course, son. I’ll be with all the other parents cheering you on from the stands.” 

He said, “No, Dad, I need you to be with me. Like, with me on the sidelines.”

You see, Liam felt comfor…