Warrior Wisdom

Introduction

There is an aspect of our Christian life which calls for a particular emphasis of character. In both the Old and New Testaments the analogy of warfare and being a soldier of God is clear. But there is more to being in the army of God than simply wearing the uniform. Yes it is true that we are all soldiers, but the term does not denote any particular quality or characteristic. In an army there can be good and bad soldiers. Soldiers who are courageous, and those that shy from the battle line. There are those who can be self seeking (as in the case of Achan), and those who demonstrate amazing levels of self sacrifice (as in David's mighty men). In 2 Tim 2:3 Paul encourages Timothy "Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.". It is not enough to be a soldier, we must learn how to be a good soldier, how to become warriors. Soldiers can be defeated, but warriors secure the victory. In these days, there is a pressing need for the people of God to put on the whole armour of God and to take their stand. To enforce upon the earth what God has already accomplished in the Heavens. These are not days for the faint hearted, or for those who are caught up with the distractions of the world, but the call is for the army of God to arise and shine. As with the servant of Elisha who beheld the "horsemen and chariots of Israel", may God enlighten us by His Holy Spirit that we see the battlefield correctly and understand the principles and lifestyle necessary to overcome.

Over the next few weeks, we will be looking at how we can turn every situation into a victory, and how we can find delight in each trial.