We must fight
This Bible verse from Ephesians 6:12 came to my mind a few times over the last week.
12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Spiritual warfare, like natural warfare, requires a certain mode of operation. Battle requires weapons and communication with a designated leader.
Key words in the passage of Ephesians 6:12-18 will guide us safely home. Three basic weapons for victory are faith, prayer, and the word of God.
Faith is a shield – protecting us as we live day to day. Faith in God keeps us energized even when we struggle. Why? Because we know God always wins!
Prayer is a mode of communication with our leader. Instructions about required action, movement, and any updates come from our leader – who is God. We must stay in touch with our leader.
Another required weapon is our sword; which is the word of God. When we think of a sword – we know it can do great damage. The word is powerful and sharper than a two edged sword!
We walk by faith and not by sight. We are already victorious in Jesus name!!