But if thou wilt go, do it, be strong for the battle: God shall make thee fall before the enemy: for God hath power to help, and to cast down.
But if you're determined to go, then go ahead and be strong for the battle. But know that God will make you fall before your enemies, because God has the power both to help and to defeat.
The writer is warning that God has the power to give victory or defeat, and going against His will leads to failure even when you feel strong and ready.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from a prophet's warning to King Amaziah of Judah, who wanted to take hired soldiers from Israel into battle against Edom. The prophet had already told Amaziah to dismiss the Israelite mercenaries because God was not with Israel at that time. Amaziah was reluctant because he had already paid the soldiers, but the prophet warned him that proceeding would result in defeat.
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