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Encouragement for your daily walk with God
There’s an oft repeated story about Martin Luther and his conflict with Satan. Over some time it became so intense that Luther picked up his inkwell and threw it at him. It hit the wall - CRASH - ink splattered everywhere. It is told that the ink stains were visible for many years, and that they were a reminder to all who saw them just how vivid spiritual conflict can be.
I have never encountered spiritual warfare like that, how about you? Regardless, it is just as true of you as it was for Luther. We have an enemy. And whether we accept it or not, we are in mortal combat with Satan and his minions. Paul warned us about it in his letter to the Ephesian Christ followers.
Spiritual assaults may seem overwhelming at times, but dear Christ follower you have nothing to fear. Likewise, there is no need to be discouraged. Satan’s efforts are futile. He knows he’s defeated so whatever he does is a last-ditch effort to inflict whatever damage he can on all things godly.
Be of good cheer; the Lord will strengthen and protect you, just as He did Martin Luther and all believers before you.
Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against...spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly realms. [Ephesians 6:12]
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