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Characteristics of the Biblical Soldier: The Way of the Warrior

Explore the key characteristics of a biblical soldier who believes in a cause, loves those for whom they fight, and willingly sacrifices for the greater good. Understand the importance of being a warrior in the fight of our lives.

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Characteristics of the Biblical Soldier: The Way of the Warrior

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  2. THE WAY OF THE WAY OF THE WAY OF THE WARRIOR THE WARRIOR THE WARRIOR Characteristics Of The Biblical Soldier

  3. He Believes In A Cause • For any cause to prevail, it depends upon those who support it • They believe in its worth • They are committed to its success • They agree it must exist, even prevail

  4. He Believes In A Cause • Actually, the warrior loves peace Rom 12:18 2 Tim 2:24-26 • Yet, he knows it may come to a fight • Some causes are “inconsequential” (join…not join??)

  5. He Believes In A Cause • Not so re: the kingdom of heaven • Getting involved is eternally critical • Heaven & Hell “hang in the balance” (literally) • To leave/abandon this battlefield is a great mistake Jn 6:22-26, 60-68

  6. He Loves Those For Whom He Fights • He doesn’t fight for himself • He is no “military mercenary” • He won’t hire out his sword, gun… collect his pay & move on • His love for those in need compel him to fight Rom 1:14-15, 16

  7. He Loves Those For Whom He Fights • He is “under constraint” to fight for those he loves 2 Cor 5:14-15, 18-20 • His is the “highest motivation” Jn 15:13 1 Jn 3:16

  8. He Sacrifices Willingly • He knows the cause is more important than any 1 soldier…including himself • Personal sacrifices must be made Lk 15:4 1 Cor 8:8-10, 13 • Self must be denied so the cause can advance Lk 14:26 Mt 16:25

  9. He Sacrifices Willingly • The battle standard must be borne aloft to lead the way Lk 14:27 Mt 16:24 • Success in battle is worth any “hardship” that must be endured 2 Tim 2:3-4

  10. Conclusion • Many ways a follower of God is portrayed • A “disciple”Jn 8 • A “child”Gal 3 • A “citizen”Eph 2 • A “part of the body”1 Cor 12

  11. Conclusion • The “soldier” or “warrior” may be the most active description • The Scripture does not mince words… we are in for the fight of our lives • The best known “military text” in the N.T. may be Eph 6:10-18

  12. Conclusion • We sing about being a soldier • Hopefully, we mean what we say • We are called to this battle 1 Tim 6:12 2 Tim 4:7 • Do you have the “heart of a warrior?”

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