Kinsman Warriors
So he said, “These are the two who are anointed to serve the
Lord of all the earth.”
Zechariah 4:14
Mitch and Lee frequently communicated during the day; mostly
by text messaging.
Lee was Mitch’s nephew. He was also a seasoned cop.
Each morning Mitch lifted Lee to the Lord, asking that God
give Lee wisdom and strength, with the accompaniment of supernatural protection
so he could protect the citizens of his community. “Thank You, Almighty God,
for always being conspicuous in Lee’s life. And for always speaking to him in
ways he understands. Help him make the right decisions today. Show him things
he needs to see, and give him discernment beyond his own. Infuse him with Your
strength so that he can protect those You have placed in his care,” Mitch prayed.
As he carried out the duties of his vocation each day, Lee
was aware that God would show him the things he needed to see, and speak to him
about the things he needed to know. He knew that apart from God, there was no
way he could make a real difference. “Thank You, Lord, for those who faithfully
pray for me. Thank You for always watching my six. Help me see what’s really
happening on the streets today. Surround me with Your warring angels, and use
me to make this city a safer place.”
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When in uniform, we immediately know that Lee is a warrior.
But to look at Mitch no one would suspect that he serves God in the same
capacity, because he fights his battles inconspicuously.
In today’s passage, the two olive trees represent Zerubbabel
and Joshua, one a prince the other a priest; both endued with the gifts and
graces of God's Holy Spirit. Although contemporaries, they were of different
vocations. But both were mighty men of God.
The same holds true of Mitch and Lee. Both men were created
for battle. And so were you. Like Zerubbabel and Joshua, you were created to
serve the Lord of all the earth. And whether you do so in the sight of others,
or quietly behind the scenes, you are no less integral, no more valuable. You
are kinsman warriors.
Prayer
“Almighty God, fill
me with Your strength and the fearlessness of a warrior. Watch over me as I
engage the enemy on Your behalf. In Jesus’ Name, amen.”
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