Be sober, and watch; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour; Resist him firm in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are fulfilled in your brothers throughout the world. " 1 Peter 5: 8-9
Sometimes we inadvertently give the wrong impression of spiritual warfare. We know that our enemy is the devil and that we must fight daily to win, but that is not all. If the Christian life were nothing more than battles, it would be discouraging to fight every hour of the day.
The Christian life is a life of joy and peace. God gives us a great sense of fulfillment and we are calm because we know that we honor him with our way of life.
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In today's passage, Peter writes to Christians about their enemy, warning them and exhorting them to be alert, which is what we usually emphasize. However, just before he wrote these words, he said: "Casting all your anxiety [all your worries, all your worries, once and for all] upon Him, because He takes care of you" (v. 7). We must remember the love that God has for us.
Satan tries to destroy our faith with lies such as: "If God really cared for you, why would He make you pass this test?" "If God really loved you, would He treat you this way?" If He can make you think that you are not loved or that God does not have in mind what is best for you, he can plant small seeds of disbelief.
When struggles, trials and adversities appear on your way - and they will always appear - you have a choice. You can listen to Peter's words and leave your problems, concerns and worries to God. No matter how dark the night or how dire is the situation, you must remember that God is not only with you in those situations, but He also loves you and will provide for you.
Pray: Dear Heavenly Father, the enemy often tries to fill me with disbelief and make me deny Your mighty love for me. But like Abraham, I stand firm in Your promises. Thank you for the comfort I find in Your promise that you are always with me. Amen.
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