My Glory And The One Who Lifts My Head High

I’ve been pondering and writing about the Hebrew names of God. The names of God reveal important character traits and ways that God works. After the Israelites escaped slavery in Egypt, they ended up wandering in the wilderness for 40 years. One day, as they were wandering through the desert, they were attacked by the Amalekites. The Israelite men took up arms to fight against their attackers. Moses understood the Israelites would only prevail fighting off the Amalekites if God came to their rescue. Moses climbed to the top of a nearby hill, raised his staff and called on God. As long as Moses could keep his hands raised and interceding, the Israelites had the upper hand. When Moses tired and struggled to intercede, the Amalekites gained the upper hand. Ultimately, the Israelites overcame. Moses led the people to erect an altar of worship and declared: “Jehovah-Nissi – Jehovah is our banner!” A “banner” of the King or the tribe was carried in front of troops as they marched into battle. The banner was also carried before victorious warriors as they paraded through the conquered land on their way home. Jehovah-Nissi is a statement of God’s victory, a declaration that God is the victor. Jehovah-Nissi – The “Lord is our banner” - is a reminder that GOD IS THE VICTOR and overcoming in life only happens when God intervenes. God is ready to be the victor for his children. He doesn’t want His children attacked, taken captive, imprisoned, and suffering. He desires his children to overcome temptation, lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. “Everyone born of God overcomes the world.” 1 John 5:4 – because God is our banner. “We are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” Romans 8:37 – because God is our banner! “You, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory and the One who lifts my head high.” Psalms 3:3 – Because God is our banner! I encourage you, if you are in a battle or going through a struggle to turn to Jehovah-Nissi! He is your “Banner” and he will give you victory! AMEN?