- The Most Holy Place
- Once for All
- By His Own Blood
- Having Obtained Eternal Redemption
Letâs look at each one of them and see what the scriptures say about them.

God has a beautiful plan for each of his children but so does the devil. The Word of God teaches us that âOur enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devourâ (1 Peter 5:8). Often, situations and peopleÂ
seem to discourage us from what God has for us. The truth is that the devil is behind all this. His tactic is to upset, annoy, discourage, confuse, and plant lies in our head. Remember that we are not fighting people or situations but the devil: âFor our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the power of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realmsâ (Ephesians 6:12).Â
The devilâs main goal is to destroy our faith. God allows our faith to be tested through trials and suffering. But He wants us to succeed and hold on to our faith. The great news is that the devil was already defeated on the cross. We are told in Colossians 2:15 that Jesus âdisarmed the powers and authorities, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.â Â
The devil has no power over us! His deceiving schemes are geared towards our mind. But again, he is powerless. Do NOT give him any power by entertaining thoughts of anxiety, fear or despair! The bible encourages us in Ephesians 4:27 âdo not give the devil a footholdâ and âbe strong in the Lord and in his mighty powerâ (Ephesians 6:10). God does NOT ask us to be strong in ourselves but IN HIM.Â
Our part is to stand firm in our faith. The scripture says: âSubmit ourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from usâ (James 4:7). Remember that âthe Lord our God goes with us; He will never leave us nor forsake usâ (Deuteronomy 31:6). When we face opposition and get anxious, start praying to God and remember his promises.
One of my favorite scriptures is Philippians 4:6-7: âDo not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. And the peace of God that surpasses all human understanding, will guide your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.â Make it personal and declare it out loud: âThe peace of God, that surpasses all human understanding guards my mind and heart in Jesus Christâ. God will make it happen. He is faithful.Â
It is vital that we shift our focus from âwhat we experienceâ to God, and do that ON PURPOSE. Because that focus not come naturally to us in those moments. Remember Godâs promise from Isaiah 26:3: âYou will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast (all whose thoughts are fixed on you, not people or circumstances)â. The Lord advised people in the scripture to âBe careful, keep calm and donât be afraid. Do not lose heartâŠâ (Isaiah 7:4).Â
We are told to âput on the full armor of God (His truth, His righteousness, His peace, faith, salvation and His word/promises) so that when the day of evil comes, we may be able to stand our ground, and after we have done everything, to STANDâ (Ephesians 6:13).Â
Letâs FIGHT to keep our peace and stand firm in the faith! It is our right and position we have in Christ. For âno weapon formed against us shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against us in judgement we shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and our righteousness is from the Lordâ (Isaiah 54:17).Â
Peace, love and faith from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. #faith #spiritualwarfare #fight #peace #opposition #God #stand #Jesus
Letâs look at each one of them and see what the scriptures say about them.