Fighting Words For The Spiritual Battle - Volume Three

Military And Martial Arts Quotes With Biblical Parallels For Sermon Illustrations And Christian Life Application

By: Timothy Kernan

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

“For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.” (2 Corinthians 10:4)

Anyone who has resolved to fight for good knows we face a spiritual battle and opposition from evil. In this spiritual war, our weapons are faith, prayer, wisdom, knowledge, understanding, and obedience to the Word of God. As the Bible teaches, “The Lord is a man of war; the Lord is his name.” (Exodus 15:3 ESV) God is all about fighting the spiritual battle, and we need to learn about this part of who God is.

The spiritual war is real. “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” (Ephesians 6:12) We are in a spiritual war that aims not to destroy people but to rescue them and bring them to salvation through Christ. That said, quotes about physical war can help us better understand and be equipped for the spiritual war.

As a current Christian minister, teacher, student of history, and former soldier, I often use military quotes to illustrate the spiritual battle. This book reverses that practice. We start with the most important generals and martial artists in history and their quotes and then try to find spiritual parallels for sermon illustrations and life applications. The Biblical parallels between the physical and the spiritual battle are inspiring.

In other words, the military quotes in this book are a great launching point to compare and contrast with the Scriptures. The quotes from military leaders and martial artists provide insights into the strategies and tactics of warfare that can help us understand the spiritual battle better. In some cases, there are exciting spiritual parallels. In other cases, there is a warning of worldly thinking. Either way, Looking at military principles and ideas and comparing them with the Scriptures is insightful and fun.

For example, the quote “Know thy enemy and know thyself” from Sun Tzu’s The Art of War can be paralleled with 2 Corinthians 13:5, which says, “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you - unless, of course, you fail the test?” This verse emphasizes the importance of knowing ourselves and being prepared.

Talking about military quotes and their Biblical parallels is therapeutic because it allows us to deal with the difficulties and problems in life from a position of strength. It makes it easier to talk about things that make us feel weak and helpless. It allows us to learn to overcome. Doing this research has been a gift to me, and I am glad to share it with you.

So, whether you are a pastor looking for fresh sermon illustrations or a Christian seeking to grow in your faith, “Fighting Words For The Spiritual Battle” offers practical insights and inspiration to help you in your spiritual combat. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to be equipped to fight the good fight of faith and emerge victorious.

As Charles R. Swindoll said, “Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.” This book will help you look at life’s hits and tragedies from the standpoint of a war that can be won. If you learn to handle the hits and tragedies of life spiritually, like a warrior, you will outgrow your problems.

Not only that but by overcoming, you can help others. The demons you slay will benefit you and your children, family, and friends. They deserve to be protected by wise and strong spiritual warriors. Because of our love for them, we do not give up. Let us get started!