The Lord is a warrior; the Lord is His name. – Exodus 15:3 (NASB) This verse reveals the power of God in action. He is not passive or distant—He is a mighty warrior, actively fighting for His people. From the battles of Israel to the spiritual warfare we face today, His strength remains unmatched. When we call on Him, we are not alone; the Lord Himself goes before us, bringing victory in His name.
When we call upon El Gibbor, the Mighty God, we are not praying to a distant deity who is indifferent to our struggles. We are crying out to the Warrior-King who fights on our behalf. His power is beyond measure, and His victories are absolute. The battle belongs to the Lord, and when we seek Him in prayer, He moves mightily in response with the power of God.
God, the Mighty Warrior
The psalmist declares, “Who is the King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.” (Psalm 24:8, NASB) This is the God to whom we pray—a God who does not lose battles. When we lift our voices to Him, we are not pleading with weakness; we are aligning ourselves with the One who has never known defeat. His triumphs show the power of God.
How often do we forget this truth? We face trials, oppression, and spiritual warfare, yet we act as if we are alone. But we are not alone. The King of Glory stands ready, waiting for His people to cry out so that He may show Himself strong on their behalf.
Are We on the Lord’s Side?
When Joshua stood before Jericho, he encountered a mighty figure with a drawn sword. He asked, “Are You for us or for our enemies?” But the response was clear: “No; rather, I have come now as captain of the army of the Lord.” (Joshua 5:13-14, NASB)
This is a sobering reminder: God does not take sides in human conflicts—we must take His side. He is the Commander of the heavenly armies, and our duty is to align ourselves with Him. Too often, we pray for God to fight for our personal agendas, but true victory comes when we surrender to His will and understand the power of God.
God Gives Victory to His People
Prayer is not merely a religious duty—it is a divine invitation. When we pray, we activate the power of God in our lives. Scripture assures us, “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57, NASB)
Victory is not something we strive for in our own strength; it is something God gives. When we humble ourselves before Him, when we seek Him with all our hearts, He answers—not always in the way we expect, but always in the way we need. His response is never weak or uncertain. He moves with power, establishing His victory in the lives of those who trust Him, showcasing the power of God.
More Than Conquerors Through Him
The battles we face may seem overwhelming, but the Word of God reminds us: “Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37, NASB) Notice the wording—more than conquerors. God does not just help us survive; He makes us victorious beyond what we could have imagined.
Through Him, we do not just endure. We overcome. Our prayers are not empty words thrown into the wind; they are declarations of faith that summon the power of God Almighty. He fights for us, and because of His love, we are never defeated.
Calling Upon the Mighty One
Today, if you feel weary, if the battle seems too strong, remember who fights for you. Lift your voice in prayer, for the Lord is mighty in battle. He does not turn a deaf ear to His children. He hears. He responds. He moves with the power of God.
But as we pray, we must ask ourselves: Are we truly on the Lord’s side? Are we seeking His will above our own? Are we fighting for His kingdom, or are we asking Him to fight for our own causes? The victory belongs to those who align themselves with the Commander of the Lord’s army.
Let us press into His presence with confidence, knowing that the Mighty Warrior stands ready to bring victory into our lives.
Prayer
El Gibbor, Mighty Warrior, we call upon You today. We acknowledge Your strength and power, and we trust that You fight for us. Forgive us for the times we have doubted, for the moments we have feared instead of standing firm in faith. Help us to be on Your side, fully surrendered to Your will. We surrender every battle into Your hands, knowing that You are mighty in battle. Arise, O Lord, and show Yourself strong on our behalf. We believe that through You, we are more than conquerors. In Yeshua’s name, Amen.