Keep a cool head. Stay
alert. The Devil is poised to pounce,
and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. Keep your guard up. You’re not the only ones plunged into these
hard times. It’s the same with
Christians all over the world. So keep a
firm grip on the faith. The suffering
won’t last forever. It won’t be long
before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ—eternal and
glorious plans they are!—will have you put together and on your feet for good. He gets the last word; yes, he does. 1 Peter 5:8-11 (TMSG)
We live in a culture where it is a simple
and quick transaction to lose hope or your testimony or both. And that’s a terrible state for a Christian.
Peter warns us to keep “on guard”
because it is the unguarded heart that winds up in trouble. So the question is, how do I guard my heart today?
I’m glad you asked.
Peter mentions four very important
things to remember as you stand against Satan:
#1. We are not alone.
Peter reminds us that it’s the same
for Christians all over the world. There
are enough brothers and sisters in Christ to strengthen one another.
#2. We are strengthened best by a firm understanding of God’s Word (the faith).
The Bible is no “self-help” book; it’s God’s Word, able to make us
strong.
#3. The suffering has its limit.
God’s understanding, and His sovereign
control over the events of your life and the entire universe, coupled with His
great love for you will not allow you to be tempted or pushed past your
endurance.
#4. His “last word” is “Come”.
Everything about time and eternity
was created by God, and is moving towards God.
At the right time He will say “come“ to His children, and we will stand
for all eternity with Him.
Today…for you
To guard your heart, remember that others guard with
you, and His Word is your armor, and when the limited suffering you experience is
put to an end, it is your Heavenly Father who stands ready to receive you with
open arms.
Walk strong in that today, child of God!
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