It breaks my heart to see so much violence, and unrest all around us. What's more, added to this volatile mixture is a good dose of hatred, and xenophobia. Reports focusing on the positive aspects of our world are too far and too few between the myriad episodes of inhumanity.
Sadly, as shocking as all of this might seem to some of us, we have never really been able to fully distance ourselves from any of it. Certainly, there are periods where things may appear to simmer down, but the underlying, smoldering ashes of conflict lie ready to ignite in a flash.
The main reason that we seem to be stuck on this slippery slope can be traced back to one source; the mastermind of sin himself: Satan. And what a worthy adversary he is! Unfortunately, there are no man-made weapons powerful enough to defeat such a foe.
If this is the case, then what is one supposed to do? What options do we have to fight against, and defend ourselves from, such an opponent? Dear friends, we have something more effective than all of the militaries of the world, combined. Let's chat for a moment...
Satan's prime mission is to ravage and destroy our souls. He is always contriving new and ingenious ways to do so. This is precisely why we cannot let our guard down for even an instant! We must constantly remain vigilant (Job 1:7).
The apostle Peter warned that Satan "prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour (1 Peter 5:8). We see evidence of this everyday. You, I, all of us, are under the constant barrage of Satan's attacks. While this isn't visually observed, rest assured that this prodigious onslaught is happening; even as you read this!
Obviously, we alone are not powerful enough to resist such a force (Luke 22:31). But, we do have an even mightier power on our side. Only God is potent enough to dominate Satan. Many make the mistake of blaming the ills of our world on God's ineptitude, innaction, etc. Nothing could be further from the truth!
We are the weak links, the finger-pointers, the contentious children. It's because we allow Satan to slip into our hearts, our minds, and our souls. Don't kid yourself. Satan is cunning, clever, and shrewd. If there is a weakness to exploit, he will find it.
Besides being wary of Satan, we must learn to fully trust in the Lord. We must faithfully commit ourselves to Him, and pass our burdens onto Him (Psalm 37:5; 1 Peter 5:7). There is no other way.
Without faith, we are standing in quicksand, slowly sinking deeper and deeper into the pit that Satan has dug for us. The Lord is our only lifeline, our only chance at defending ourselves against the "prowling lion" who is Satan.
Yes, it is possible to resist Satan and keep him at bay. As Christians we have many tools at our disposal, but none more substantial than Our Heavenly Father. Heed the warnings, be on alert. There is a daily, ongoing war for our souls. Satan is ever probing for his next victim. Are you next..?
Scripture:; 1 John 3:8; James 4:7; Ephesians 4:27; 1 John 5:19; Acts 26:18
Prayer: Holy Father, I need Your strength and Your hands of might! There is a battle for my heart and soul today and I want You to be the victor! Amen
May you have a blessed weekend,
Constance
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