The Ultimate Warrior

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by: Gene Ziesel

09/16/2025

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Given the assassination of our brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk, last week, I urge you to join the fight as a soldier for Jesus. Above all, Charlie was a soldier for Jesus, and he paid the ultimate price for his complete surrender to Him.
We read in Exodus 15:2, 3, 6— 2 The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and lI will exalt him. 3 The LORD is a man of war; the LORD is his name. 6 Your right hand, O LORD, glorious in power,  your right hand, O LORD, shatters the enemy. 
After witnessing God's remarkable triumph at the Red Sea, where the Egyptian army was utterly defeated, the Israelites sing these words. It was not a human victory, but the ultimate warrior, the Lord, who triumphed.
Three key thoughts I see in these verses:
The Lord is Our Strength v. 2
As spiritual warriors, we require a strength that surpasses our own. Human strength is fleeting and can falter in the face of overwhelming odds. The Israelites, led by Moses, found themselves in a hopeless situation when they were trapped between the Red Sea and Pharaoh's army, with no power to save themselves.
However, the Lord became their strength, and He is our strength too. When we confront our own fears, anxieties, and spiritual enemies, we're called to rely on God's strength, not our own. He empowers us to stand firm in faith, not by our own power, but by His Spirit. (Zechariah 4:6)
The Lord is a Warrior v. 3
This verse beautifully highlights who truly is the ultimate warrior in our lives. Long ago, a warrior king would lead his armies into battle with courage and strength. Today, the Israelites joyfully declare that their God, Yahweh, is the greatest warrior—fighting fiercely for them. He’s not just watching from the sidelines; He’s right there with us, deeply involved in our struggles.
For every spiritual warrior, this is a crucial takeaway: the battle is God's. Although we need to wear the "armor of God," our main confidence comes from knowing that our Commander-in-Chief is a seasoned and victorious warrior.
The Lord’s Right Hand has Shattered the Enemy v. 6
The "right hand" symbolizes God's power and authority in action. When the Egyptians are defeated, the Israelites realize that God's strength is not merely impressive but also unstoppable and assured. The depiction of the Lord’s right hand "shattering" the enemy underscores the definitive victory that has been achieved. In our spiritual journey, this serves as a reminder that Jesus—who occupies the right hand of God—has already secured victory over our greatest spiritual adversaries: sin, death, and Satan. The challenges we encounter today are faced from a position of victory, not to obtain it.
Let me end with some Food For Thought in the coming days:
Acknowledge God’s Strength:
Think about areas in your life where you might be relying on your own limited strength instead of God's boundless power. Is there one specific part where you feel called to let go and surrender control to Him?
Engage in the Battle:
Divine intervention does not extend to passive observers. Instead, He summons you to serve as His spiritual warrior. What spiritual challenge are you confronting at this moment, and in what manner can you maintain unwavering confidence in the knowledge that God is accompanying you in the fight?
Praise the Victor:
The Israelites' initial response to their victory was to compose a song of praise. When experiencing God's movement in your life, do you publicly acknowledge and celebrate Him? Seek an opportunity to praise God for any victory—whether significant or minor—in your life this week.
Even in death, Charlie now knows we're on the winning side!
Seeking to stay in the battle,
Gene


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Given the assassination of our brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk, last week, I urge you to join the fight as a soldier for Jesus. Above all, Charlie was a soldier for Jesus, and he paid the ultimate price for his complete surrender to Him.
We read in Exodus 15:2, 3, 6— 2 The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and lI will exalt him. 3 The LORD is a man of war; the LORD is his name. 6 Your right hand, O LORD, glorious in power,  your right hand, O LORD, shatters the enemy. 
After witnessing God's remarkable triumph at the Red Sea, where the Egyptian army was utterly defeated, the Israelites sing these words. It was not a human victory, but the ultimate warrior, the Lord, who triumphed.
Three key thoughts I see in these verses:
The Lord is Our Strength v. 2
As spiritual warriors, we require a strength that surpasses our own. Human strength is fleeting and can falter in the face of overwhelming odds. The Israelites, led by Moses, found themselves in a hopeless situation when they were trapped between the Red Sea and Pharaoh's army, with no power to save themselves.
However, the Lord became their strength, and He is our strength too. When we confront our own fears, anxieties, and spiritual enemies, we're called to rely on God's strength, not our own. He empowers us to stand firm in faith, not by our own power, but by His Spirit. (Zechariah 4:6)
The Lord is a Warrior v. 3
This verse beautifully highlights who truly is the ultimate warrior in our lives. Long ago, a warrior king would lead his armies into battle with courage and strength. Today, the Israelites joyfully declare that their God, Yahweh, is the greatest warrior—fighting fiercely for them. He’s not just watching from the sidelines; He’s right there with us, deeply involved in our struggles.
For every spiritual warrior, this is a crucial takeaway: the battle is God's. Although we need to wear the "armor of God," our main confidence comes from knowing that our Commander-in-Chief is a seasoned and victorious warrior.
The Lord’s Right Hand has Shattered the Enemy v. 6
The "right hand" symbolizes God's power and authority in action. When the Egyptians are defeated, the Israelites realize that God's strength is not merely impressive but also unstoppable and assured. The depiction of the Lord’s right hand "shattering" the enemy underscores the definitive victory that has been achieved. In our spiritual journey, this serves as a reminder that Jesus—who occupies the right hand of God—has already secured victory over our greatest spiritual adversaries: sin, death, and Satan. The challenges we encounter today are faced from a position of victory, not to obtain it.
Let me end with some Food For Thought in the coming days:
Acknowledge God’s Strength:
Think about areas in your life where you might be relying on your own limited strength instead of God's boundless power. Is there one specific part where you feel called to let go and surrender control to Him?
Engage in the Battle:
Divine intervention does not extend to passive observers. Instead, He summons you to serve as His spiritual warrior. What spiritual challenge are you confronting at this moment, and in what manner can you maintain unwavering confidence in the knowledge that God is accompanying you in the fight?
Praise the Victor:
The Israelites' initial response to their victory was to compose a song of praise. When experiencing God's movement in your life, do you publicly acknowledge and celebrate Him? Seek an opportunity to praise God for any victory—whether significant or minor—in your life this week.
Even in death, Charlie now knows we're on the winning side!
Seeking to stay in the battle,
Gene


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