As I draw near to the Lord, I’m learning what it means to strive with all our strength to repel the enemy of our soul. We are in a spiritual battle whether we know it or not.
The enemy rages and aims his darts against every part of us that can be assaulted and wounded. It is usually in the tender, broken places that are used against us. We must watch with full attention and vigilence, and invite God to be with us in our battle. For when I am weak, He is strong. I won’t be caught flat footed in the snare of the Fowler.
This is what the Apostle Peter, in his epistle, warns and teaches us about, saying: ‘Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour’ (1 Pt. 5:8).”
I was raised by very judgmental parents. This coupled with mental illness and active addiction, the meliu was ripe for dysfunction. I gained a good dose of “stinkin thinking” that goes to worst case scenario on a dime. Over time I realized this thinking wasn’t serving me. I needed to battle this temptation as it was damaging my soul as I would let some of these thoughts devour me.
But through Christ’s healing grace, I’m now able to make it a practice to judge persons and things in the most favorable light at all times and under all circumstances. By knowing first hand God’s mercy and compassion, I am able to give that gift to others.
Smitten With Goodness 