Happy are you, O Israel! Who is like you, a people saved by the LORD, The shield of your help and the sword of your majesty! Your enemies shall submit to you, and you shall tread down their high places.” (Deuteronomy 33:29 NKJV)
Brethren, look at how God loves us. We were Gentiles, separated from God, and without promise. By His great power and grace, we were chosen and became a holy nation called by His glorious name. Though we are not deserving of His promises, He offered Himself to us and established the Covenant of Agape. He is our shield and sword who helps and protects us in all times of troubles. He predestined us to be a glorious nation, the light of the world. Just as light overcomes darkness, so shall we triumph in this world. With the power of God, we shall prevail.