Thousands of years ago, millions of angels of light took sides. One third of the millions, followed after lucifer. The two thirds of millions left sided with God, the creator of all things. Sides were chosen and the battle began. Imagine what it must have looked like when God through 1/3 of millions of angel out of heaven. Imagine them being flung to earth. That is where we enter the picture.
We are born into a place that God has turned over to satanic forces. It may not make sense, but that is the way it is. The very Son of God in His perfection was born in satan's home land. This doesn't mean God has forgotten about us, it just means there are forces dead set against the believer and anything of God. It is only by the grace of God, we are able to exist here on earth. Our life here as a believer is certainly not encouraged by satan's forces.
I specifically say, "satan's forces" because satan is not able to be more than one place at a time. Only God can do that. Definitely a distinct advantage for God and His heavenly forces. It is because of satan's limitations that it unlikely you or I will ever encounter satan himself, but it highly likely we will encounter his demonic angels and the hell on earth they produce.
If you buy into the above thoughts about the reality of satan and his demonic angel forces, what difference does it make in your life? It is a good question to ask, because without the grace of God on your life, you have no hope. Without God, satan rules...
So here's the deal. Prepare for the battle daily. Read His Word. Meditate on it. Pray to God without ceasing. Worship the creator. Keep God and His pleasure in the forefront of your mind. Fellowship with other believers. It likely will not be fun going into battle without Spiritual backup from your friends...
My wife and I attend EPIC. It is a life group whose roots are founded in a conventional institutionalized church. It is an important part of my Spirit family. Last night I asked if they would pray for me in the midst of a business battle I have been fighting for years. I asked specifically for them to pray the battle to end. It is time. They prayed.
This morning a facebook friend said she was holding up my arms in the midst of battle. I believe God hears our prayers and we will see His promise confirmed. "All things work together for the good of those that LOVE THE LORD".
It is this battle that has brought to mind the incredible destructive forces that are without fail attempting to destroy you and I. If you are in the midst of battle, find your friends who will stand for you. Surround yourself with encouragers who believe God loves you and is prepared to battle for you with His heavenly host of angels.
Don't go it alone... the demonic forces love to go after the sheep that are straggling behind... That is likely why Jesus is more concerned for the one that is lost. He is easy prey...
God bless you in living the life Christ intended. Be faithful. Count on God's grace. Believe in His power! Enjoy being the victor, even before the battle begins!
No comments:
Post a Comment