MAY 26, Proverbs 21:31

Which is the greatest military power today? It is the United States of America. America has the largest number of aircraft carriers, the highest number of missiles and also the best technology of the latest tanks and fighter planes. Wars today are also fought from far away, with new technology in self-guiding missiles being able to attack targets thousands of kilometres away.

During the days of King David, battles were fought in close combat. Each army would have thousands of soldiers wearing armour, and carrying shields and spears. Thousands would also be on horsebacks. Horses were used as they were fearless and had great speed. Thus, an army with more horses was considered more powerful.

The Bible tells us that our trust should not be in horses for safety but in the Lord. Kings can be killed even as they lead armies on a chariot drawn by horses. In modern times, we can travel in the best aeroplane, flown by the most skilful pilot, but our safety is in the Lord’s hand. Big birds sucked into the plane’s engines have been known to cause air disasters. This was what happened to a plane that crashed in the Hudson River of New York on 15th January 2009, just a short while after it took off. That is why we pray for journey mercies for those who are travelling.

Safety is of the Lord!
1. A horse is very strong in battle but _______________ .
2. We can drive slowly on the road but ______________ .
3. We can wear safety shoes but ____________________ .
4. We can look where we are going but ______________ .
(You can ask your parent or Sunday School teacher for help)

Thought: Safety comes from the Lord, not from our cleverness.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, please teach me to trust in You always and to pray without ceasing. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.