The Apostle Peter cautioned us to be sober and vigilant at all times. The word sober means: be well balanced and self-disciplined. The word vigilant means: be alert and cautious at all times. Peter knew that we are in a spiritual battle. However, we are not alone in this battle. Our brothers and sisters in the faith likewise are also in a similar battle. 1 Peter 5:8-9 says: “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.” Peter reminded us of the power of our faith. We have the authority to resist the adversary, the devil. We are to resist him stedfastly in the faith. When we do that, he must flee. The word “steadfast” means: “immovable, firmly fixed in place”. Our faith is wrapped around THE ROCK, who is the Lord Jesus. This is why we can remain steadfast! James 4:7 says: “Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you”. So be reminded today that greater is He that is in you than he that is in the world!
Are you strong in the Lord?
The enemy is always strategizing on how to deceive us and bring us to a place of disobedience, fear, delay and rebellion. But one thing is true. Those who know God, who have a personal relationship with God, are continually being strengthened by the power of His Holy Spirit. They continually meditate and stand on God’s word. Their hearts are set on obeying our Heavenly Father. They refuse to give in to the enemy’s lies and tactics. They are strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. They never give up. Instead of giving up, they stand and fight. They submit to God and resist the devil, and because of this, he will flee. Are you strong in the Lord?
Daniel 11:32 (ERV) “But those who know God and obey him will be strong. They will fight back”
