Everyday we are bombarded by things and reports that are not always positive. They may seem insurmountable in our eyes, but God says that He has overcome the world.
"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 NIV )
We need to weigh which words are authentic and who is speaking. Who are we hearing self, satan, or God? We must test the spirits.
"Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world." (1 John 4: 1 NIV )
We also know when negative thoughts try to pursue us that we must take them captive.
"We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ." ( 2 Corinthians 10: 5 NIV )
So whatever may be weighing you down seek out the Lord for peace.
"And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." ( Philippians 4: 7 NIV )
Our mind/soul is where the devil likes to play. We must not fight evil with evil or even in the natural. Our battle must be done in the spirit.
"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." (Ephesians 6:12 NIV and also see verses 14 - 18a )
We are soldiers and the Commander in Chief has our backs. We have all our armor on and we stand firm in our faith.
"Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." ( Ephesians 6 : 11 NIV )
We fight the good fight of faith.
"Fight the good fight of faith." ( 1 Timothy 6 : 12a NIV and also see 2 Timothy 4 : 7 )
Be encouraged my friends,
Shifra
