Ephesian 6:12 (NLT) For we are not fighting against
flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen
world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in
the heavenly places.On any given day that you listen to or read the news you are bombarded with reports or images of accidents, natural disasters, murders and crimes. Try as we may to make sense of these various happenings we are often times left without answers. It is imperative that we understand that we are at war. It was after an earth shattering event in my personal life that the Holy Spirit impressed upon my heart the truth and reality of the ongoing warfare that rages here on earth. This warfare is directed at all those who confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, at those individuals who have not yet decided whom they will trust and even at those who serve Satan. Paul in Ephesian 6:12 clearly outlines who and what we are fighting against. The goal of Satan is also clear and that is to kill steal and destroy (John 10:10a).
Please understand that Satan does not give consideration to the age or maturation level of the individual. The unborn baby, toddler, mentally challenged, homeless, elder are all fair game to the enemy. It behooves us as soldiers in the army of God to be on the alert being ready to fight at all times. Many times we rage war against one another instead of the common enemy Satan. We underestimate our opponent thinking that we can engage him in battle without being properly attired. Our Father knows the enemy and the damage he is capable of exacting on his target therefore he encourages us in Ephesians 6:10-12 finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 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. We must not only be familiar with the weapons of our warfare but also be skillful in the use of them. 2 Corinthians 10:4 tells us: For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds. Two main weapons that we have are (1) The word of God and (2) the blood of Jesus Christ.
Finally let us enter into battle knowing that we are winners, Jesus Christ has already won the battle for us Ephesian 4:8 tells us Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men. We are more than conquers in Luke 10:19 Jesus tells us “Behold I gave you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over the power of the enemy, and nothing may in any means hurt you. . .” Lets us never forget that as long as we live in this world we are engaged in warfare but have been given the power and authority to overcome the wiles of the enemy. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Stand guard
In His service,
Paula Watson (Guest Blogger )
