The Foundation of Our ministry
Warriors of the Way Ministry Mission
Empowering people through Jesus minded ministry with knowledge of their God-given gifts and talents so that they effectively engage the world as warriors.
Nehemiah 4:17-23
“Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other, and each of the builders wore his sword at his side as he worked. But the man who sounded the trumpet stayed with me. Then I said to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people, “The work is extensive and spread out, and we are widely separated from each other along the wall. Wherever you hear the sound of the trumpet, join us there. Our God will fight for us!”
So we continued the work with half the men holding spears, from the first light of dawn till the stars came out. At that time I also said to the people, “Have every man and his helper stay inside Jerusalem at night, so they can serve us as guards by night and as workers by day.”
Neither I nor my brothers nor my men nor the guards with me took off our clothes; each had his weapon, even when he went for water.”
The Warrior Journey Begins
By first understanding that you are fearfully and wonderfully made! (Psalm 139) God designed you on purpose, for a purpose and once you enter into knowledge of that purpose, you can begin honing and training your unique set of gifts, skills and motivations. You will learn to let go of things that God did not design you for; leaving you to concentrate on mastering the use of your own arsenal for His purposes in your corner of His world! First you must acknowledge that every one of your gifts is what we call a “double edged sword.”
Double Edged Sword
The double edged sword is analogous to each gift, talent, motivation, and behavior that one swings for a number of reason:
- To protect one’s ego
- To selfishly pursue achievements and accolade
- To gain notoriety
- To get rich
- To conduct sin within our lives in many ways
As believers, we each wield a double-edged sword, capable of inflicting harm on ourselves and others. However, when surrendered to Christ, this same sword can become a powerful instrument for God's glory and kingdom. The Bible reminds us that "the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword". Recognizing the potential of our words and actions is crucial to unlocking the unique gifts and purposes God has entrusted to each of us.
When we yield our double-edged sword to Christ, we can harness its power to edify and bless others, rather than tear them down. This requires self-awareness, humility, and a willingness to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. As we surrender our swords to God, He can refine and sharpen them, enabling us to discern and navigate life's challenges with wisdom and grace.
In this process, we discover that our experiences, struggles, and strengths are not mere coincidences but rather divine opportunities for growth and service. God allows us to undergo trials and hardships to foster the gifts and character He desires in us. By embracing this truth, we can cooperate with God's purposes, using our double-edged sword to advance His kingdom and bring glory to His name.
