We are all just wounded men who need to rise up. The task is difficult. His battle strategies sounded like he was blowing smoke to his students. Bitterness turns your victory into smoke. But when you are on the battle-field, armed with a purpose and with a promise that God will raise you up you can set the world on fire with your ministry.
Some wounds are incurable.
Take heart when people persecute you and call you names. Wait and See What the Lord Will Do David's army was made up of wounded men who were discontented because of the heavy abuse of Saul's regime. David sent his family to Moab to sojourn with their King for a season. It was there that he said, I will wait and see what the Lord will do for me. Rise up with worship and God will incorporate you into His plan.