Exodus 17:15-16 - Homilies By J. Orr

Jehovah-Nissi.

The use of this name by the Church bespeaks—

1 . Her militant condition. "The Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation.''

2 . The side on which she fights—" My banner."

3 . The name round which she rallies—"Jehovah." "One Lord, one faith, one baptism" ( Ephesians 6:5 ).

4 . The confidence by which she is inspired. The inscription on a banner frequently sets forth the ground of confidence. "God and my right."

5 . The certainty she has of victory.— J . O .