Ephesians 6:10-11
10) Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.
11) Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Many people are facing great attacks on every side from the enemy and some don’t understand that the real fight is not with flesh and blood, but the enemy is behind all the evil that’s taking place in our world today.
One thing as children of God, we must realize that we can’t fight fire with fire nor can we overcome evil with evil, but we as God’s children overcome evil with good.
We are living in perilous times, Many are betraying, cursing, plotting, scheming, fighting, disrespecting, hating, and arguing with each other.
The devil is behind all this confusion and evil that we see in the world today.
We are in a spiritual war, not physical. Our wrestle is not with flesh and blood.
The enemy’s number one tool is deception, and he has blinded the eyes, hearts, and minds of many in the world today.
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,” Paul says, but “against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places” (Eph. 6:12 )
The evil forces of darkness have been released, and so many people don’t even realize it because Satan has deceived many to believe a lie over the truth. Many call evil good and good evil.
Are you equipped spiritually for the battle?
When God is about to open a door or do something good in your life, always be prepared for the attacks from the devil and, note this, my sisters and brothers.
The enemy will use the very one you least expect to be his mouthpiece. (We have to remember we wrestle not against flesh and blood.)
Always be prepared and put on the whole armor of God so you can stand against the wiles of the devil.
Sometimes, we are not properly equipped because we fail to put on our spiritual clothing. Reading, praying, and studying God’s Word is essential and very important.
I’m reminded that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Ephesian Church when he was in prison.
He wanted them to be spiritually equipped for battle.
Prayer: Most precious Heavenly Father, we thank you for your grace and mercy. Father, forgive us for our sins known and unknown. Help us to stand on your word and your righteousness. In Jesus’ Name. Amen
Be Encouraged!
All Glory goes to God!
(LaTina DeLoach, a native of Minden, is a Christian,a devoted wife and mother and Lady Deloach as the wife of Pastor Gregory DeLoach, Blue Run Baptist Church.)