Our focus is generally on our problems. It ought to be on God. As long as Gideon remained in a hole, dwelling on his enemies, his life would continue to experience defeat. Once God took control of the conversation, Gideon began to grasp the enormous possibilities for his life.
For Gideon, the key truth was that the Midianites were in the land. For the angel, the important truth was that God was with Gideon. Gideon was depressed. The angel was optimistic. When Gideon looked at himself, he saw a loser. When God looked at him, He saw a mighty warrior. Much of our success hinges on our perspective.
Have you ever considered the difference between what God sees in your life and what you see? Seek to elevate your view of yourself to God’s level! God is never content to view what you are today. He invariably looks at what you could become, with His help.
Never allow your past to define you. Let God’s call on your life, determine your identity.