"The Lord is my Banner".
Tis name occurs after the Israelites were attacked by and victorious over the Amalekites in Exodus 17:15. I find this name interesting because of the use of a banner.
When I think of a banner, two main usages come to mind:
- A rallying point. This banner was a standard, a symbol to which warriors in a battle could look and fins the rest of their troop, rally around it and press forward. It was also an emblem of hope and many superstitions arose surrounding various standards (particularly the eagle of the Roman legions).
- A banner was a tapestry of sorts. It recounted the victories of a particular ruler or people for a set period of time. It remembered and commemorated the events of the past.
Both of these can apply to God. Firstly, in our war against sin and temptation, and against the powers and principalities present in this world, God is is the point around which we, as Christians, should be rallying. He is our source of hope and He is truly the bringer of victory. Secondly, when we look to the Lord, we should be reminded of His love for us, His sacrifice, and the recent impacts He has made on our lives.
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