5. as it has been mentioned earlier by brother S.Spencer (but the battle isn't over as long as we're in the world.) and Satan knows that his time is at hand thus taking any opportunity to make sure those who don't know GOd are still in their ignorant state and those who serve God are not effective in their service. This is sad realty, but we are witnessing all this with our naked eyes.
In conclusion we are caught up in battle that is not earthly but universal and the fall of Satan that occurred in the heavenly's will one day reach it climax and today we are witnessing the intensification of it but bear in mind that our victory Cames from the Lord who is our shield and salvation and at the cross we overcame him by the blood of the LAMB and our testimonies which we have fought we are fighting individually and we are committed thus we don't love things of this world for we know all this will came to an end but eternal life is in Jesus Christ the son of the living God and found at the cross by repentance for He is the way the truth and Life.
Therefore, what should we do then? we need to stand strong; we need to be still and know that He is God and put on the whole armor of God and if God is on our side who can be against us.
it is written in James 4;7-8
Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. 8Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
it is written in Acts 2:38
Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost
3. The word of God the Bible is either it has happened, or it is happening, and it is for us set as an example for how we should live before the Lord our God. it is also very current and accurate. See Malach 3:16 and Jude 1:7. thus
it is written in Hebrews 4:12
12 For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
and in 2 timothy 3:16
All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work
-And There are prophecy which will come to be fulfilled like the coming of the ant-Christ but remember there are many anti-Christ today.
as it is written in 1 John 2:18
Little children, it is the last hour; and as you have heard that the Antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come, by which we know that it is the last hour
4. anyone who turns away from sins makes himself a prey it is written in.
Isaiah 59:15
Yea, truth faileth; and he that departeth from evil maketh himself a prey: and the Lord saw it, and it displeased him that there was no judgment.
-So the devil does not care for anyone who calls himself Christian but is not committed. But if anyone is committed and obeys Gods word and does all is written in the bible then Satan shifts all his attentions to them and hence the wiles of the devil. Therefore, put all the Armour of God not one but all. as it is written in Ephesians 6:11
11Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
I pray that God the great God will help us to understand this question and many more that we require an swears to Amen.
it is written in proverbs 4;7
Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.
Remember Satan that old serpent, he is still at large and has blinded the world with his doctrines and this can be seen in many religions. As well as the churches that have given in to the culture and government which has forced rules over the church.
God has given us victory at the cross and we are set free form his chains that had bound us and we have liberty. Therefore, the Scriptures which cannot be broken has warned us not to use our freedom for the Flesh.
as it is written in
Galatians 5:13
For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.
1. But this is the thing, there are millions of Christians who don't know Jesus Christ the son of God and their have never repented of their sins. Neither do they know what was done for us at the cross. for the preachers Left their mandate. and false preacher have risen and running churches with doctrines and traditions of men inspired by demons.
2. There are places where the gospel has not yet been preached therefore it is our responsibility to go minister to them in the ends of the world. do not be shocked we might even begin in our own houses then proceed to our Neighbour hoods for the sharped have perverted the gospel of God and have accepted sins, abominations in the churches.
The WAR has been won; individual battles are in our lives to determine our loyalties; as well as ensure rewards for faithful service.
Jesus is our advocate; and able to intercede to the Father on our behalf so that our prayers ultimately will be effectively in sync with His will for us and be answered accordingly. We are also in prayer as warriors ( Ephesians 6); as others are going through like tempations and trials ( 1 Peter 5:9). That is something needing to be emphasized; as a runner trains through exercise; we need to be vigilant in prayer for others as it helps to strengthen us as well as get our mind off our own troubles.
To effectively fight we need to actively resist sin; and check ourselves frequently. Any legal access by sin exposes a weak spot in our armor which the enemy is; no doubt looking forward to taking advantage of.
The truth is; as I see it there are few believers who take Satan seriously enough. We only have victory through Christ to effectively fight through the sword of the Spirit. As the other comment suggested this is hostile territory; another concept it seems few seem to grasp today. Remember though if you are being assaulted; it is because you are a threat to the powers of darkness; which I would say few believers are when it is easy to distract them with the endless sources of entertainment today.
It is Agape love; which gives you the strength; joy and victory over an enemy that seeks to steal; kill and destroy.
I call the enemy an "equal opportunity destroyer." He will use any means necessary; our own fears; other people; circumstances; ailments; etc. to try to stop others from hearing the Good News. He cannot stop the Lord's plans ultimately; and cannot take our rewards either unless we forfeit it ourselves ( Revelation 3:11).
Let us be as the Philadelphia church which has "little strength" but endures until He comes; and is able to enter through the open door at the Rapture.
You may not find it written like that in the scripture.
However that fact to be true but the battle isn't over as long as we're in the world.
Scripture records the end and all things will be made new.
We still have our adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour as mentioned in 1 Peter 5:8.
We also have this flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would as mentioned in Galatians 5:17.
In John 16:33 Jesus says; "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world".
Jesus said in John 18:36. "MY KINGDOM IS NOT OF THIS WORLD:
There's a heavenly kingdom yet to come!
Today he's calling out a people unto himself.
We were redeemed from this foreign cursed land by the precious blood of Christ as Peter mentioned in 1 Peter 1:17-19 as well as them of old who came before us as mentioned in Hebrews 11:13.
With that being said we are to be ambassadors for Christ. One who goes to a foreign country to do the business of he who sent you,
Satan is the prince of this world we live in.
I hope this helps and perhaps others would like to add,
I fully agree brother S. Spencer with what you've presented with very little else that I could add. There are too many Christians who are unprepared for that 'spiritual' battle with the enemy of our souls. The battle that Jesus won for us was the ransom price, as required by the Father, that He paid on our behalf. Once we recognized that, believed it to be true & complete, & turned from our sin to a loving Redeemer, the battle for our souls was won.
Now if only our Enemy would surrender & leave all God's children alone, to walk in full joy & victory. But he doesn't & desires to make havoc of our lives, to doubt Christ, to test God's Love with sin, to tamper with worldly offerings, thus making us fit for God's punishment, even loss of physical life. Nothing would make Satan happier than to show to the world (which he always does), that the Power of Christ & His Sacrifice was frail, fictitious, & fanciful - that these Christians are simply powerless mindless zombies duped because of some emotive & mental imbalance. But Jesus gave us His Spirit giving us power from on high to live the life that cost the Son of God His Life that we might have victory over temptation, sin & the devil. That Ephesians 6 spiritual armor hasn't been created by us; it is given to us by the Holy Spirit in residence to all who belong to Christ. Whether we choose to use it against the enemy or not, is left up to us. And all those who belong to Jesus will want to use the armor that they're clothed with, not wanting to give the enemy any foothold to weaken their love for the Lord. Thank you again, brother.
Eph 6:10-17 and in 2 Cor 10:3-4.
I understand it's a spiritual battle, a battle nonetheless.
5. as it has been mentioned earlier by brother S.Spencer (but the battle isn't over as long as we're in the world.) and Satan knows that his time is at hand thus taking any opportunity to make sure those who don't know GOd are still in their ignorant state and those who serve God are not effective in their service. This is sad realty, but we are witnessing all this with our naked eyes.
In conclusion we are caught up in battle that is not earthly but universal and the fall of Satan that occurred in the heavenly's will one day reach it climax and today we are witnessing the intensification of it but bear in mind that our victory Cames from the Lord who is our shield and salvation and at the cross we overcame him by the blood of the LAMB and our testimonies which we have fought we are fighting individually and we are committed thus we don't love things of this world for we know all this will came to an end but eternal life is in Jesus Christ the son of the living God and found at the cross by repentance for He is the way the truth and Life.
Therefore, what should we do then? we need to stand strong; we need to be still and know that He is God and put on the whole armor of God and if God is on our side who can be against us.
it is written in James 4;7-8
Therefore, submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. 8Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
it is written in Acts 2:38
Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost
Amen.
3. The word of God the Bible is either it has happened, or it is happening, and it is for us set as an example for how we should live before the Lord our God. it is also very current and accurate. See Malach 3:16 and Jude 1:7. thus
it is written in Hebrews 4:12
12 For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
and in 2 timothy 3:16
All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work
-And There are prophecy which will come to be fulfilled like the coming of the ant-Christ but remember there are many anti-Christ today.
as it is written in 1 John 2:18
Little children, it is the last hour; and as you have heard that the Antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come, by which we know that it is the last hour
4. anyone who turns away from sins makes himself a prey it is written in.
Isaiah 59:15
Yea, truth faileth; and he that departeth from evil maketh himself a prey: and the Lord saw it, and it displeased him that there was no judgment.
-So the devil does not care for anyone who calls himself Christian but is not committed. But if anyone is committed and obeys Gods word and does all is written in the bible then Satan shifts all his attentions to them and hence the wiles of the devil. Therefore, put all the Armour of God not one but all. as it is written in Ephesians 6:11
11Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Please read part 3.
Amen
Hi,
I pray that God the great God will help us to understand this question and many more that we require an swears to Amen.
it is written in proverbs 4;7
Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.
Remember Satan that old serpent, he is still at large and has blinded the world with his doctrines and this can be seen in many religions. As well as the churches that have given in to the culture and government which has forced rules over the church.
God has given us victory at the cross and we are set free form his chains that had bound us and we have liberty. Therefore, the Scriptures which cannot be broken has warned us not to use our freedom for the Flesh.
as it is written in
Galatians 5:13
For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.
1. But this is the thing, there are millions of Christians who don't know Jesus Christ the son of God and their have never repented of their sins. Neither do they know what was done for us at the cross. for the preachers Left their mandate. and false preacher have risen and running churches with doctrines and traditions of men inspired by demons.
2. There are places where the gospel has not yet been preached therefore it is our responsibility to go minister to them in the ends of the world. do not be shocked we might even begin in our own houses then proceed to our Neighbour hoods for the sharped have perverted the gospel of God and have accepted sins, abominations in the churches.
(Please read Part 2. Amen)
Jesus is our advocate; and able to intercede to the Father on our behalf so that our prayers ultimately will be effectively in sync with His will for us and be answered accordingly. We are also in prayer as warriors ( Ephesians 6); as others are going through like tempations and trials ( 1 Peter 5:9). That is something needing to be emphasized; as a runner trains through exercise; we need to be vigilant in prayer for others as it helps to strengthen us as well as get our mind off our own troubles.
To effectively fight we need to actively resist sin; and check ourselves frequently. Any legal access by sin exposes a weak spot in our armor which the enemy is; no doubt looking forward to taking advantage of.
The truth is; as I see it there are few believers who take Satan seriously enough. We only have victory through Christ to effectively fight through the sword of the Spirit. As the other comment suggested this is hostile territory; another concept it seems few seem to grasp today. Remember though if you are being assaulted; it is because you are a threat to the powers of darkness; which I would say few believers are when it is easy to distract them with the endless sources of entertainment today.
It is Agape love; which gives you the strength; joy and victory over an enemy that seeks to steal; kill and destroy.
I call the enemy an "equal opportunity destroyer." He will use any means necessary; our own fears; other people; circumstances; ailments; etc. to try to stop others from hearing the Good News. He cannot stop the Lord's plans ultimately; and cannot take our rewards either unless we forfeit it ourselves ( Revelation 3:11).
Let us be as the Philadelphia church which has "little strength" but endures until He comes; and is able to enter through the open door at the Rapture.
Agape; Rich P
"The Lord has won the battle for us".
You may not find it written like that in the scripture.
However that fact to be true but the battle isn't over as long as we're in the world.
Scripture records the end and all things will be made new.
We still have our adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour as mentioned in 1 Peter 5:8.
We also have this flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would as mentioned in Galatians 5:17.
In John 16:33 Jesus says; "These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world".
Jesus said in John 18:36. "MY KINGDOM IS NOT OF THIS WORLD:
There's a heavenly kingdom yet to come!
Today he's calling out a people unto himself.
We were redeemed from this foreign cursed land by the precious blood of Christ as Peter mentioned in 1 Peter 1:17-19 as well as them of old who came before us as mentioned in Hebrews 11:13.
With that being said we are to be ambassadors for Christ. One who goes to a foreign country to do the business of he who sent you,
Satan is the prince of this world we live in.
I hope this helps and perhaps others would like to add,
God bless.
Now if only our Enemy would surrender & leave all God's children alone, to walk in full joy & victory. But he doesn't & desires to make havoc of our lives, to doubt Christ, to test God's Love with sin, to tamper with worldly offerings, thus making us fit for God's punishment, even loss of physical life. Nothing would make Satan happier than to show to the world (which he always does), that the Power of Christ & His Sacrifice was frail, fictitious, & fanciful - that these Christians are simply powerless mindless zombies duped because of some emotive & mental imbalance. But Jesus gave us His Spirit giving us power from on high to live the life that cost the Son of God His Life that we might have victory over temptation, sin & the devil. That Ephesians 6 spiritual armor hasn't been created by us; it is given to us by the Holy Spirit in residence to all who belong to Christ. Whether we choose to use it against the enemy or not, is left up to us. And all those who belong to Jesus will want to use the armor that they're clothed with, not wanting to give the enemy any foothold to weaken their love for the Lord. Thank you again, brother.
Thanks Brother Chris.
God bless you.
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