The War Room —-A place where we wrestle with God.
Jacob wrestled with God. Relentless in his pursuit he contended for the blessing. Before the encounter with the angel, Jacob knew God as the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac. However afterwards, Jacob knew God for himself; his relationship was no longer second hand. This intense struggle changed him forever.
No longer would he be known as Jacob the trickster, but now he was Israel of God. Acknowledging that this was not just the God of Abraham and Isaac, but also the God of Israel, he built an altar so that he could worship.
It is important to note, contending with God does not change God, for he is the same yesterday, today, and forever. However, contending with God transforms us.
Do you have a war room? If so, when is the last time you contended with God there?