We don't have to Fight Fair

"What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?" Romans 8:31

I can remember growing up and witnessing so many silly fights in school. From elementary to high school, fights broke out over nonsense. I can recall boys pulling girls ponytails because they wanted the attention of the girl that they liked, and those girls turning around and yelling to "stop" at the top of their lungs! I saw girls argue over boys and games taken way out of control.

Then there were the more serious fights. These escalated beyond words and now came to the point of backing up the smack you talked all day long in school. Guys and girls alike had their "crew" behind them and would often egg on the conflict. Needless to say, many fights happen over instigation. However, one of the main rules back in the day when a fight was about to occur was; no one should jump in. Fighting one on one allowed both individuals to hash it out without interference. Some times it was honored and other times it wasn't.

However honorable, it's not applicable in all cases. Now, when I think about spiritual battles, the scripture tells us that we don't have to fight in our own strength and on our own. This should be music to our ears, but we often forget that we have help. The enemy's job is to make us believe that we are all alone. If we believe the lie, then we are now fighting spiritual warfare with a major disadvantage. He eagerly bates us into a fight that we were never made to fight alone much less engage in.

Other times, we don't pick the fight, the fight picks us. When the enemy picks the fight, and you have unclean spirits instigating. The scripture tells us what I response should be in those instances. Our job: kindly remind the devil who is in your corner. This is our moment to speak the truth and declare the sovereignty, might, and power of our God.

This is the fight that we never have to "fight fair". Don't allow the enemy to convince you that you should fight without your help. As believers, we fight by faith. We know that God's word takes precedence over all the works of the enemy. We just have to stand our ground. His job is to move you out of your position, change your confession and lure you into the ring with him. Don't fall for the trap, you are smarter than that!

We are blessed to have Jesus on our side. If he is for us, there is no match up! As long as the enemy can make you believe you are alone and no one has your back, your fight will be of no effect. God wants us to rise up in victory because there is nothing we could ever face that we can't overcome. We never have to fight our battles alone and we definitely don't have to fight them fair. The enemy doesn't fight fair and neither should you. Your victory lies in your understanding of who is in your corner.

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Seek the Secret Place

"He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty." Psalm 91:1

Now more than ever, we must remain in God's presence. It's there where we are sheltered from what is passing over. When we choose to stay in the secret place we are able to hear his voice clearer, our vision becomes sharper and our understanding becomes deeper.

Well, how do we get there? First, you must note that this place is available to those who will seek out the Lord with a diligent heart. Second, know that there is room for you! God gladly welcomes those who is ready to dwell, abide and rest in him. Third, when you go into prayer, spend some time in worship. It's a great way to clear your mind. It also allows you to focus on Jesus. When your focus becomes more intentional, you will find that your worship opens the door to an intimate time in prayer.

Lastly, when you begin to pray, don't rush to what you need but begin to listen for the instructions of the Holy Spirit. He will lead you deeper into God's presence. There you will find that what you were getting ready to ask for he has already provide the answer. When you are faithful in this approach, you will spend more time abiding and resting in him.

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Seasons

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” Ecclesiastes 3:1

Seasons last but for a moment. We transition from one season to another. We see it all around us. So many things begin to change as it ushers in a new season. The amount of daylight changes, leaves turn into different colors and the weather begins to shift. All in preparation for what is to come. Each season is characterized by what it brings and what we can look forward to.

Yet, just like the four seasons that come every year, we too undergo seasons in our lives. We each have experienced a winter, spring, summer and fall season over the years. But unlike the seasons we experience throughout the year; the seasons in our lives are on a different time table. They last longer than several months and are more favorable than others.

Winter tends to be that season that you face many challenges, trials, testings and discomfort in your walk. Our Spring season is a time of setting things in order, preparation and making new declarations. Our Summer season is a time to bear fruit, to produce and advance in what God has called us to. While, our Fall season is a time of rest.

No matter the season, God has given each of us the grace to see it through, the favor to overcome, the strength to remain standing and the resources to be successful. God doesn't want us to despise our current season but to learn from it. There are valuable lessons in each one that is going to help you in your next one. Season are meant to transition you to your next level. If you fail to learn the lessons or follow instructions, you will remain in that season.

If you have been asking God how can you move forward, you need to first recognize your season. Once that is determined, ask God what is it that you need to learn or gain that will prepare me and shift me to the next season. Once you are able to settle on what God is instructing, then you will begin to see a shift in your season.

Ultimately, your season is for your growth and not for your demise. No matter how difficult or uncomfortable, God is building you and preparing you to step into your new season regardless of your environment.

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