Christ is Ensuring the Victory

What can man do to me that God cannot repair? What can man do to you that's effects would linger throughout eternity? Those that have the fear of God living inside them, a fear that drives us to always improve ourselves and discover the deeper layers of Christ, are not afraid of what this world is capable of. The actions of man are finite and their effects die off the further we distance ourselves from them. The closer we stand to our Savior, the more He is able to protect our hearts.

While most of us don't have armies looking for us as David did, we do find ourselves constantly under attack. It sometimes seems our face is plastered over wanted posters placed everywhere we go. You no longer ask if you'll face a challenge today, but instead, what will it be? But God in His wisdom adorns us in His armor. His shield is made to be perfectly balanced just for you. Knowing what lies ahead, Christ given you His best advice.

In our youth we are inexperienced. The challenges we face are smaller and a training ground so that we can build a solid foundation in Christ. As we become adults, though, we're asked to face the bigger enemies of our day, not just for ourselves, but for our family and friends. Together we can stand strong in our trials. United in Christ, we combine our experience and hold onto our wisdom spoken from His mouth to our hearts.

The joys of this world may not compare to what we'll experience in heaven, but God provides each one as a blessing to restore and nourish our hearts. Through His training we can face the demands of man. Their mocking words are just words. They do not understand the strength we're given when we call out to our Savior. Take some time today to look back at your life to review and apply the moments that God trained you for and saved you from the evil in this world. Each encounter brings growth. Each experience builds trust in our Lord. Face today, trusting that God has already given you the skills and knowledge you need to be victorious.

- Thoughts from Psalms 56

encounter: What experiences with GOD in your past have equipped you to better handle the challenges of today?