Two months ago, I wrote a blog titled "choose life". I've realized since then that choosing life is only the first step in a life long process of fighting for life. We are in a battle, my friends. A spiritual battle that requires us to be alert, and on guard, and ready to fight. And this battle is against our enemy, the devil, NOT AGAINST EACH OTHER!
Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life and have it to the full. John 10:10
Why do bad things happen to good people? Because the devil is seeking opportunity to steal, kill, and destroy. His ultimate enemy is our Father God and when we choose to serve God, we automatically become a target. Each of us was created with a God-given purpose and the devil knows it. The enemy is cunning and deceptive and sneaky, and he walks the earth with the sole intent of stealing and killing and destroying God's people. The devil knows our weak spots; he is an observant enemy who knows exactly how to shut each of us down and keep us from fulfilling our purposes.
We are easier prey when we are separated and isolated. The devil does his best to destroy relationships. God made us for relationship...with Himself and with others...so it makes sense that this would be a prime target. Without relationships, I would shrivel up and die. God made me to need Him and to need people. I need people who will fight for me and I am ready to fight for those who are in my life. I should be diligently guarding my relationships, but I haven't been. God forgive me!
Jesus knew the devil's tactics better than anyone, and He warned us. But, Jesus also gave us a promise..."I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you WILL have trouble. But take heart! I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD!" (John 16:33) Jesus wins! Jesus in us wins! We need to stand together and fight the real enemy. I've been passively allowing the devil to stir up trouble in my own life. No more! I'm mad! Enough stealing and killing and destroying, devil! I have Jesus on my side and I'm fighting for abundant life!
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