We live in times of great distress. Our health is threatened daily and every time we decide to step out our doors. Our brothers and sisters of all races are threatened every time they decided to go outside. Sadly, even inside their own homes.
Today, we look at our GOD as our Jehovah Nissi. He is our Lord, our Banner. Any time we feel those feelings of uncertainty, weakness, and even of terror, our Jehovah Nissi bans everything and anything from coming near us that can hurt us.
Moses built an altar and called it The Lord is my Banner. Exodus 17:15
What does a banner do for us? Protects us, covers us, lets us know no matter what comes or is thrown our way, He covers us, He protects us, He bans those things from destroying us. The dictionary describes a banner as a flag or other clothing bearing a symbol or slogan. This makes me think that when life comes and threatens us, it can only go so far because GOD’S banner is recognized and stops things in their tracks. God is our defense and He promised never to leave us or forsake us.
As we see in the first chapter of Job anything that happened to him first had to be allowed to happen when GOD knew and there was a limit to what could happen to him. As with Job, it doesn’t mean that life doesn’t happen or that we will not have tears and pain. What gives me great comfort is that unconfused and unconditional peace in knowing that in the midst of it all, my Lord, my Banner is there holding my hand, your hand. And He does not let it go, even if we let go of His.
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6
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