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Are you Free? Jesus Christ died and rose from death to set us free from sin, free from ourselves, and free from every oppression. But many of us don't experience that freedom, instead, we are oppressed, by fear, depression, unbelief, or some besetting sin. Often we fail to recognise the real problem: that we are under spiritual attack. The Bible clearly describes our means of warfare and of taking victory. "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood....Ephesians 6:12 The Bible also describes three sources of trouble for the Christian: the world, the flesh, and the devil. We usually picture warfare as troops advancing against each other, a heated battle, and the emergence of a defeated foe and a victorious conqueror. Spiritual warfare is taking a stand. "Therefore, take up the full armour of God, that you may be able to resist....and having done everything, to stand firm". Ephesians 6:13 As Christians we stand because the war is over! The enemy has already been defeated! Jesus won the battle over sin and death and we stand in complete victory over sin, death, and Satan. When we are attacked by the devil, we should: Submit to God: We can place ourselves under God's protection by coming to Him, casting our cares on Him, and recognising that he cares for us. Both Peter and James tell us to humble ourselves before God, because God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble 1 Peter 5:5 Be sober-minded: Spiritual warfare must be approached with a sober awareness of its importance. Peter said, "Be of sober spirit." Be alert: We must be extra careful when we are physically run down, when we have been out of touch with other Christians, or when we have neglected to study Gods Word. Satan will try to trick us, looking for the moment when our defences are down. Peter says the devil is always looking for someone to devour. Sin will dull our senses and open the door for attack. Paul warns us not to "give the devil an opportunity" Ephesians 4:27 Resist the devil. God has given us the Word of God as a powerful weapon to drive the enemy back. Jesus used the Scriptures to resist the devil in the fourth chapter of Matthew. Victory over the devil: When Christians who are suffering attack from Satan apply these principles, two things will happen: The devil will flee! Satan is a defeated enemy and he will turn and run when challenged by a Christian who is submitted to God, purified in heart, and armed with the spiritual armour that God provides for our protection God will lift you up! There is always exhilaration when we taste the victory Christ won for us on the cross. He is our Defender and our Deliverer! Prayer keeps the channels of communication open so that when an attack comes, we are in touch with our Defender. Prayer helps strengthen other believers against attack. Prayer is a vital part of our spiritual warfare.. To God be the Glory! Thank you for supporting this Ministry and I look forward to your comments. Plz keep me updated re your prayer requests and if you want to chat anytime vis email, I am at my desk most days: pat@womensrevivalministries.org Enjoy a blessed week, Pat |
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