6/29/14 (Sun) VIGILANT IN HIS CALL 1 Peter 5:8-11 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. —1 Peter 5:8 Every serious-minded child of God identifies with Peters struggle for spiritual consistency. Bold to declare his allegiance to Jesus, Peter was also quick to sell out his commitment under pressure (Mark 14:29-31, 66-72). Paul describes our dilemma: Although I want to do good, evil is right there with me (Romans 7:21). The truth is that where the Lord works, Satan prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Jesus announces free forgiveness, yet Satan makes us question whether we are worth saving. When truth is declared, Satan questions the Bibles reliability . Where a spouse is loyal, Satan entices infidelity. Satan is committed to derailing Gods work. So we are called to be alert and of sober mind. How? First of all, we need to learn Gods truth. We must accept Gods Word, take it into our heart, and obey its commands. We must also listen to advice. By seeking the guidance of trusted, seasoned believers, we learn from the experience of others and tap into their God-given wisdom and insight. Also we must live in prayer. We daily humble ourselves before God, confessing our sins and seeking his guidance. Satan is on the prowl. But we need not fear. Gods grace equips us to be vigilant and to stand firm in him. Prayer Lord, I know I am your child, but I am often assaulted by the evil one. Protect me from temptation and write your truth on my heart. In Jesus name, Amen. chinesetodays.org/?d=6/29/2014
Posted on: Sat, 28 Jun 2014 22:35:14 +0000
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