Distractions

eDevotion

Encouragement for your daily walk with God 

The year - 1941. Europe was fully engaged in World War II. Toward the end of the year, the Japanese ambassador was sent to Washington D.C. apparently seeking peace; while at home, the emperor was planning the attack on Pearl Harbor. The Japanese sent their ambassador to D.C. as a distraction, so the sudden attack on Pearl Harbor would take the United States by surprise.

Distractions are a common tactic in warfare. That is also true in spiritual warfare. Our enemy sends a constant barrage of distractions, to both divert our energies and to keep our eyes off his attack strategy. Whether it's things of the world, getting caught up in issues that are none of our business, personal rivalries, pointless worrying, or fruitless endeavors, let's face it, he wants to distract us from our calling and set us up for the kill.  

Distractions—watch out for them! Pay attention, be aware of this tactic, and never forget it. Then refocus your energy towards the good fight!

...lest Satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices. 2nd Corinthians 2:11