Do you think mere words substitute for strategy and might in war? In whom, then, do you place your trust, that you rebel against me?
The Lord was with him, and he succeeded in all he set out to do. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and did not serve him.
Increase the work for the men, so that they attend to it and not to deceitful words.”
Plans made with advice succeed; with wise direction wage your war.