The Lies of War (Part 6)

The Lies of War (Part 6)

Jesus warned His disciples in John 16:33. The Amplified Version reads like this:

"In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer--take courage, be confident, certain, undaunted--for I have overcome the world. I have deprived it of power to harm, have conquered it (for you)."
 

Christians are not exempt from the attacks of the enemy. 

-You will be tried and tested. 

-You will face difficult circumstances. 

-You will have times of discouragement and heartache.  

-You will face persecution and great loss from time to time. 

Your position during times of difficulties should not be one of fear, panic, discouragement, or retreat. You are to resist and stand against and oppose Satan. You stand firm knowing that Christ will make you victorious.  

Peter said in 1 Peter 5:10  "And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast." 

These four words – "restore, strong, firm, and steadfast” – describe what God has promised to do for you during times of difficulty.  

The word “restore” means to “perfect” or “make complete.” God uses every situation to perfect you.  As you  submit to Him and resist Satan, God will “make you strong.”  The original Greek translation of this phrase means “to strengthen one so he can stand fast in persecution.” God will make you “firm and steadfast,” which means “to be put on a firm foundation.”

This promise is your guarantee:  "The God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will restore you and make me strong, firm, and steadfast."  You are not exempt from spiritual battles, but there is a divine purpose in what you are experiencing. Who knows the people you will help with your overcomers testimony? You might not, but God does. The devil is a liar and God's Word is true. Hold onto it when you think you can't make it another day. God will not leave you nor forsake you!