Day 8 – Jehovah Nissi

“And Moses built an altar and called its name, The-Lord-Is-My-Banner; for he said, “Because the Lord has sworn: the Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation.” Exodus 17:15-16

Think about a movie played out in Biblical and historical times; where horsed warriors arranged themselves in battle-ready, strategic positions. In these scenarios, there were always flag bearers who carried the insignia of the kingdom or country they presented. The Hebrew for a banner (Nissi) is from the root word “to be high” or “raised.” This was the name given to the altar by Moses which He build to commemorate the defeat of the Amalekites through the strength of God.

God goes before us and behind us to give us victory in all circumstances of life. Even amid the battle, the banner of the Lord is raised over us. Psalm 23:5 says, “Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.” Who is the God who prepares a table of celebration in the presence of the enemy? When the enemy shall come in like a flood, then shall the Lord hold up a banner before him. The Lord is a reigning banner over us all the time. The victory in all of life is the Lord’s.

Prayer: Father, please teach me to always raise Your Name as the banner over my life, because You, Jehovah Niss, reigns victory over all circumstances unto eternity. Holy Spirit please guide me to submit under the Lord as my Banner and not to try and take on the battles by myself. Thank You, Father, for always being battle-ready on my behalf and for charging the enemies before they come close to me. Amen.

PS… I know it’s not always easy, but taking on your battles on your own might be a habit. As a matter of fact, we stand under Jehovah Nissi and when we act on our own, we break ranks. Submit to God all your battles marching into your life and raise Him!