"The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly". John 10:10. NKJV
You feel pretty good about yesterday, in fact, you're proud of yourself because you came through that difficult time without letting yourself down. Today, you feel flat and have no energy. You assess what happened yesterday and, even though it was a positive victory, you now feel guilty, feeling that it was all your fault. What has happened? Where is that wonderful feeling of victory gone? Satan has stolen it.
Make no mistake, the devil watches you, what you say; how you handle things, always ready to accuse you. What you did yesterday was brilliant and you achieved a 'Well done my faithful friend', from Jesus. But you must keep your eyes on the ball because it has a habit of rolling away. Satan doesn't like it or you, one bit because you received a pat on the back from Jesus. He is jealous and angry that you outsmarted him by doing what you did. He expected you to walk by on the other side and leave the person to sort their own life out. But because you are a child of God, you stopped to help and now you are Satan's target.
When you are in victory and filled with the joy of the Lord, watch out because the devil is about. He will do all he can to ruin your relationship with God and with people - you friends, your family and your reputation. He will find things to accuse you and if he can't, he will make them up because he is a liar. Why do you think Peter wrote in 1 Peter 5:8-9:
'Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him....'
Be alert and aware of this fact. You may feel pretty good about yourself, and that is fine. However, leave a little space to being on guard. You're a soldier and you will be shot at. Be the first to shoot by speaking the Word of God when he attacks you. Quote scripture; speak in tongues and even praise God. Don't let the devil steal your joy or your victory.
Copyright 2025 Grahame Howard.
If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:
Lord Jesus, I have sinned. I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.
In Jesus' Name. Amen'
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