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!
He will keep us from getting caught!
Proverbs 3:26 says: “for the Lord is your security. He will keep your foot from being caught in a trap.” There are many traps in life. The enemy of our souls is very creative and he will attempt to ensnare us in many ways. Frankly, we are no match for him in our own power. But if we put our lives in the hands of the Lord, He promises that He will protect us. He is our security. The Lord sees what we cannot see. Our military has a really cool gadget that allows the soldiers to see at night. This gives them the upper hand when they are in battle during the night hours. Since their enemies cannot see at night with their natural eyes, our military has the upper hand, and of course, because of their enhanced ability to see what others cannot see, they will win. It’s the same way with our Lord. He sees what we cannot see, even in the dark periods of our lives. He promises us that if we trust Him, He will keep our foot from being caught in a trap. We don’t have to go into battle alone. He’s with us every day and in every situation. Be encouraged today. Greater is He that is in you!
Proverbs 3:26 “for the Lord is your security. He will keep your foot from being caught in a trap.”
