BATTLE READY - The Winner of War

THE WINNER OF WAR
Sunday, January 26th Sermon Recap

So far this month, we've discussed the reality of the spiritual battles we are fighting, how we should prepare for these battles, and last week Scott encouraged us that the battle has already been won. 

So, today let's dig into this topic - The Winner of War. 

The battle has already been won. Before we ever set foot on the battlefield of life, before we take up our burdens or face our struggles, God has already secured the victory. Yet, so many of us walk into church, into our workplaces, into our homes, feeling defeated. If I asked you to rate your sense of victory on a scale of 1 to 10 today, what number would you choose?
 
Here’s the truth we must cling to: we are not fighting for victory—we are fighting from victory.

Ephesians 6:10 reminds us, “Finally, be strengthened by the Lord and by his vast strength.” Paul launches into the discussion of spiritual warfare with this foundational truth: the battle is not ours; it belongs to the Lord. Just as David stood before Goliath and declared, “The battle is the Lord’s” (1 Samuel 17:47), we, too, must acknowledge that our struggles, our fears, our spiritual fights—they all belong to God.

David didn’t stand before Goliath boasting of his own strength; he stood with faith that the Lord would deliver victory. And when God wins a battle, the rewards are not just for one person—they are for the entire body. Victory spills over, blessing those who trust in Him. Your victory is not just for you; it is for those around you.

If the battle is His, then so is the strength to win it. Ephesians tells us to “be strengthened by his vast strength.” But how often do we really trust in God’s power? Many of us hesitate, questioning whether He is strong enough to overcome the enemy. The devil still prowls, hardships still come, and personal failures weigh heavy on our hearts. Can He really bring victory?

Yes. Because God is battle-ready.

• He has creative strength – The same God who spoke the world into existence (Genesis 1:1) can create a path where there seems to be none.
• He has omniscient strength – He knows every outcome before it happens; nothing surprises Him.
• He has relational strength – He reconciles the broken, restoring what seemed beyond repair.
• He has resurrection strength – When all hope seems lost, He brings life from death.

You may feel trapped, lost, or hopeless, but God’s strength is limitless. He shares His power freely, not reluctantly. Like a father lifting a couch with his young child eagerly helping, God allows us to participate in His victory, though He carries the true weight. Our job is not to strive but to trust.

The ultimate battle—the war over sin, death, and the enemy—was settled at the cross. The name of Jesus is already victorious. Revelation 11:15 declares, “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he will reign forever and ever.” There is no question about the outcome. The battle is over. God has won.

Yet, many of us still walk as if we are defeated. We let sin, fear, worry, and regret weigh us down. But Scripture tells us:

• “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 8:1) – Sin does not define you.
• “My God will supply all your needs according to his riches.” (Philippians 4:19) – You do not lack.
• “I will never leave you or abandon you.” (Hebrews 13:5) – You are not alone.
• “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is perfected in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9) – Your inadequacy is covered by His grace.

So why do we still feel defeated? The enemy wants you to believe that you are powerless, but that is a lie. Satan is the defeated one, not you.

Victory is not something we achieve; it is something we receive. It brings freedom.

Freedom from fear (2 Timothy 1:7), from guilt (Psalm 103:12), from shame (Psalm 34:5), from regret (Romans 8:28), from worry (Philippians 4:6-7), and from striving (Matthew 11:28).
Stop striving to be victorious and start living in victory.

If you have never put your faith in Jesus Christ, true victory is not yet yours. But it can be. The resurrection power that defeated death is available to you. Come to Him, and let Him bring you into His triumph.

For those who are in Christ, it’s time to live like victors. Step into the truth, declare the name of Jesus, and walk in the victory He has already secured. The battle belongs to the Lord—and He has already won.