WARRIORS ARISE: PART 4 – BATTLEPLAN (KNOW AND USE GOD’S WORD)
As warriors in Christ, we need to take up our stand on the battle ground, knowing that we have a Father, who has given us His Son, His Holy Spirit, and all the authority that we need, to face any storm. Being fully equipped, we must not prolong in putting on the full Armor of God, taking our stand in Christ and facing every enemy that comes at us. We must take up our identity, role, and authority in Christ and then confidently, step into and complete the assignments that God gives us.
This article is Part 4 of a series and will focus on the importance of Knowing and Using God’s Word in every battle. Part 1 focused on the Word from God that Warriors must arise. Click here to read part 1. Part 2 and 3 focused on a battleplan with reference to God’s Army, Salvation, Godly Power, Authority, and Identity. Click here to read part to and click here to read part 3.
Know God’s Word. Every warrior that are trained for battle, must first undergo training. Training includes an understanding of war doctrine and strategies, getting to know the enemy and to conduct practical exercises to be ready to deploy. The same apply to the spiritual battles that we face daily. We have solid doctrine, which is the Word of God (Bible).
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” (John 1:1). God Himself is the author of His Word. The Word of God is a lamp for our feet and a light on our path (Psalm 119:105). God’s Word is telling us about the Past (History), Present (what is going on now) and the Future (what will be). There is nothing new, that God is not aware of (Ecclesiastes 1:9). Yes, there are new inventions and ways of doing things, but the Lord gives wisdom and from His mouth comes knowledge and understanding (Proverbs 2:6).
Therefore, it is crucial when you are placed on a battlefield, to know the Word of God. It is not just enough to read it, for the ones who crucified Jesus knew the Scriptures by heart, yet they did not understand it. We need to read, study and eat the Word of God and with the help of the Holy Spirit, get insight and understanding to what God is revealing to us about Himself, His Plan and hence, our purpose and future.
In Part 3 we discussed the importance of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit and now we can see how critical a relationship with the Holy Spirit is. He is the One who gives us the insight, knowledge, wisdom and understanding of God’s Word. If we do not know the Word of God, how then will we use it against the enemy?
Use God’s Word. Remember, satan also knows the Word of God and will challenge you with it. You must eat, swallow, and digest it so that you live by it daily. When the attacks of the enemy come, you must stand firm on God’s Word and in faith, with the authority that you have in Jesus name, use it as your weapon of choice.
Ephesians 6:13 – 17 says: “Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.”
Warrior in Christ remember that the Word of God is alive and active, sharper than any double-edged sword. When you pull the sword of the Spirit (the Word of God) and use it against the enemy, it will penetrate even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow.
It will judge the thoughts and attitudes of the heart (Hebrews 4:12). Nothing can stand against the Word of God (Romans 8:31). Make sure that you choose the right weapon (Word of God) to use against the enemy. Get continuous training on the use of this weapon (Word of God) and use it in faith and with the authority that you received from Jesus Christ.
Love in Christ
Princess K
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