Stop allowing yourself to be taken advantage of!

The Apostle Paul knew the strategies, plans and schemes of the enemy of our souls. There were many times when he exhorted the people of God to remember that we must always be alert and aware of the plans and weapons that have been formed against us. Isaiah 54:17 says: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, And their righteousness is from Me,” Says the Lord”. God reminds us today that weapons and plans have been formed against you, but He is with you, and the greater one resides within you. Also, we know the enemy’s schemes, among which are: deceit, lies, lust for fame and fortune, fear, doubt. Since we know about these weapons, we reject and renounce them. Instead, we pursue the fruit of the Spirit, the walk of faith, forgiveness and love. 

2 Corinthians 2:11 “I have done this so that we may not be taken advantage of by Satan. For we are not ignorant of his schemes”.

Don’t worry. He will help and strengthen you!

It’s takes a firm commitment and love to walk uprightly. While most people don’t care what they say, think or do, those who love God choose to please God in their daily lives. King David said this: “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my Strength and my Redeemer” (Psalm 19:14). He prayed to God for help to live righteously because he knew that without God’s help, he would mess up. He knew that God was not only His Redeemer, He was also his strength. You might be going through a challenge living for God in the midst of an unredeemed world, but be reminded today that God is your strength and redeemer. He will help you to live uprightly before Him. And even when you mess up, His love and forgiveness are always there for you. Be strengthened today. There are those who are observing you, and they are thinking “if he can live for God, then maybe I can to. Have a blessed weekend!