Don't be a Casualty of War

If Winter were a human being,  it would have gotten a good laugh, at our expense, during the recent snow fall!  We had been lulled into thinking that Spring was fast approaching over the brown hills and fields, but cranky Old Man Winter let us know he was still a force to be dealt with.  It reminded me of the numerous casualties that were suffered by the Allied forces, after D-Day, at the hands of the German army. The enemy knew, that the war was, for all intents and purposes, over, they were determined to annihilate as many troops, and civilians as possible until they were forced to relinquish their weapons.  This action was not  unlike a mortally wounded man committing a last violent act, before dying.

 As Christians, we often forget, that even though Jesus has defeated Satan, and has set up his heavenly kingdom, our enemy, like the Germans is working overtime to take out as many souls as he can until Christ returns. The Enemy knows his days are numbered, and he’s making the most of them. And don’t be fooled into thinking that he’s walking around in his scaly, red suit and horns, oh no, he’s a clever one…“Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light.” 2 Corinthians 11:14.  If we aren't intimately familiar with God’s word, it’s easy to fall for his lies.  Beware: Lies can often resemble the truth, when presented by false apostles.  You don’t have to look further than your TV to find them! For those of you who are in relationship with Christ, don’t think you’re off the hook.  What a coup it will be for Satan if he can add a believer to his ranks!!  “Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.” 1 Peter 5:8.

Now the good news…we have weapons, not only to protect ourselves with, but run off the invader.  Above all else, arm yourself with his word, which is powerful and effective.  In the desert, when Jesus was being tested, he countered every one of Satan’s lie with scripture.  When the enemy hears God’s truth, he must leave.  Do you feel like you’re under attack?  That’s no surprise, you are.  These are The Last Days, and the enemy is well aware; are you?  Don’t be afraid, stand your ground, look the enemy in his beady eyes, and tell him to go, and he will.  “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” James 4:7. Don’t be a casualty of war.