So many people start out with a journey hand-in-hand with Christ, but few people have the strength to persevere through the attacks the enemy throws at us during that journey. The biggest reason for that failure is because we, as humans, being in the natural, attempt to rely on our own strength rather than relying on that of the LORD.
1Co 10:13 (AMP) For no temptation (no trial regarded as enticing to sin), [no matter how it comes or where it leads] has overtaken you and laid hold on you that is not common to man [that is, no temptation or trial has come to you that is beyond human resistance and that is not adjusted and adapted and belonging to human experience, and such as man can bear]. But God is faithful [to His Word and to His compassionate nature], and He [can be trusted] not to let you be tempted and tried and assayed beyond your ability and strength of resistance and power to endure, but with the temptation He will [always] also provide the way out (the means of escape to a landing place), that you may be capable and strong and powerful to bear up under it patiently.
With temptation, guys, He will ALWAYS also provide us a way out. In my life B.C., I struggled with a major addiction to pornography (it had complete hold of me), but God always provides a way out, right? My Pastor pointed out the way to abstain from looking at pornographic images online was that tiny little "x" in the corner of the web browser. Something so simple is a way of Him providing a way out for us to overcome and conquer the obstacles the enemy will throw in our path. Whenever you are in a situation or about to enter into a situation that you know is harmful for you, look for that way out. Pray for God to reveal it to you, because He will NEVER leave you stranded, especially if you are seeking after Him. Being a Christian means we do things differently than the rest of the world. Finish strong guys, that is the most important thing we can do for His kingdom. Overcome that temptation. Conquer that addiction. Take hold of the Power that is available in the name of Jesus.
"but few people have the strength to persevere through the attacks the enemy throws at us during that journey" This is soooo true! I used to be a quitter before I truly took hold of the truth of His grace, and that I didn't have to be strong on my own, but HE is strong for me. It's all about releasing control and admitting you can't do it on your own, and then resting in His power to move mightily in your life on your behalf. You literally can do all things through Christ!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this blog, thanks for your openness and being real. Love you!