Memory Verse
"But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." I Corinthians 15:57
BIBLE PASSAGE: Exodus 17:8-16
INTRODUCTION
Our God is a man of war, Jehovah Nissi. He is our banner. He has been fighting our battles for us without losing any. In our study today, we will be introduced to the Jehovah Nissi and our weapons of warfare.
OUTLINES
1. JEHOVAH NISSI
2. WEAPONS OF OUR WARFARE
JEHOVAH NISSI
Jehovah Nissi refers to the 'Lord our Banner'- Exodus 17:14-16, which implies that God is a man of war. Banners are symbols of freedom and victories in warfare. Little wonder then that Christians, therefore, are automatically warriors too - Ephesians 6:10-12, 2 Timothy 2:3; I Timothy 1:18, 6:12. We do not fight against flesh and blood but against demons on very destructive assignments Ephesians 6:12. From time immemorial, Jehovah Nissi has been fighting our battles and has not lost any - Exodus 23:27, I Samuel 17:1-58. He has assured us as Christians of victory over spiritual forces, afflictions, the, world and the lusts therein - Luke 10:19, Romans 8: 35-37, I John 5: 4.
WEAPONS OF OUR WARFARE
Our weapons of warfare are not carnal, but mighty’ through God for exploits - 2 Cor. 10:4. They are described as the whole armoury of God -Ephesians 6:13-18, a comprehensive armoury containing the following; girdle of truth, breastplate of righteousness, the gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, the sword of the spirit, all prayers, the blood of Jesus 2 Corinthians 6:7, I Thessalonians 5:8, Revelations 12:11, Hebrews 4:12. Others could include supernaturally assigned angels - Psalm 34:7, wall of fire- Zechariah 2:5. The list is inexhaustible because God can decide to use any new method depending on the occasion and the particular need - Exodus 14:20, 2 Kings 6: 17.
CONCLUSION
It is not an accident that Christians are soldiers. It is simply a matter of being true children of the Father who indeed is a warrior. Cast out fear but engage your weapons of warfare and victory is certain to come your way.
QUESTIONS
1. How could you describe Jehovah Nissi?
2. Mention some of our weapons of warfare.
3. Quote 2 Corinthians 10:4.
BLESSED WEEK WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT
MONDAY: 2 Chronicles 20:29 - The only way to overcome the enemy is to totally submit to Jehovah Nissi.
TUESDAY: 2 Chronicles 32:8 - Regularly be on the Lord's side and obtain help in the days of trouble
WEDNESDAY: Isaiah 31:5 - May the Lord's hand remains our defense.
THURSDAY: Psalm 18:2 -A mighty fortress is our God. Trust Him today.
FRIDAY: Psalm 17:8 - Where else shall we run but to make the Lord our hiding place.
SATURDAY: Proverbs 14:26 - Jehovah Nissi remains our refuge. Therefore in Him only we have confidence.
SUNDAY: Revelations 2:26 -Let us contend earnestly because we shall overcome and be rewarded at last.
