30 November Satan’s power is overshadowed by his imminent defeat. Our Enemy: His Power
1 Peter 5:8-11 The Bible does not downplay the power that the enemy has. Never does God’s Word tell us that the devil isn’t someone we should be worried about or even turn an ear to; rather, we are instructed to be alert—to be very alert—for any wiles the enemy might throw our way. Peter describes Satan as “a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). With a description like that, we easily see that there is reason for concern. However, Peter shows us why we need not cower in fear. Peter writes, “But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world . . . To [Jesus] be dominion forever and ever” (vv. 9, 11). Our faith is in the One who holds dominion forever and ever. When we take this truth to heart, we can see how it is possible to resist the attacks of the enemy. No matter what he says or how he tries to discourage us, we can remind him of who our Father is. Regardless of how Satan attacks us, we serve the living God, who has dominion over everything, including the enemy. No longer do we have a reason to fear, even though we see that the enemy’s power is real. God’s power is real, too—and it is greater than anything that can come against us. The Lord wants His children to walk with their heads held high, for they are part of an eternal kingdom that will never be defeated. This Month’s Devotionals Copyright © 2000, IN TOUCH Magazine. In Touch Ministries. All Rights Reserved. Your's in Jesus, Biji James, Bangalore Copyright © 2001 IN TOUCH MINISTRIES. All rights reserved. U.S. Phone 800-789-1473 or Contact us | Outside U.S. | Web Site Problems? Everything you'll ever need on one web page from News and Sport to Email and Music Charts http://uk.my.yahoo.com **************************************************************** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to this mailing list, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ****************************************************************
