Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. – Ephesians 6:13
Should we live in fear of Satan’s attacks? No, because the Bible says that greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world. So how should we respond to Satan’s cunning ways?
First, be informed. The Scriptures give us insights to his intent, his game plan and his operation. Study Ephesians 6, beginning with verse 10 where Paul tells how to prepare for battle with the enemy.
We are admonished to be alert, that is, to keep our heads up and be observant. Call good what is good and evil what is evil. Agree with God’s Word when it comes to right and wrong.
Then, be cautious. You don’t want to give the enemy even an inch of territory. That’s part of James’ advice about resisting. You need to be careful about what comes into your home through TV, the Internet, the movies you see and the kind of entertainment you indulge in.
Next, be confident. David, armed with only a slingshot, went out to do battle with a giant because his confidence was in the Lord.
Be prepared. Arm yourself for the conflict. Acknowledging the spiritual battle which life is, Paul told the Ephesians how to prepare. Among the many things he listed, he said that we should take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Put on the protection of what Christ did – His righteousness or His uprightness. Realize that God has made every provision for your welfare.
Be aggressive in your fight against the enemy. The greatest protection is strength within. Submit to God’s purpose for your life and let Him be Lord. The battle is not yours but His.
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