Take That, Satan

Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive
mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Hebrews 4:16 NIV

Satan wants to take God’s place, but God isn’t moving. Satan covets the throne of heaven, but God isn’t leaving. Satan wants to win you to his side, but God will never let you go.

You have his word. Even more, you have God’s help.

You don’t have to face Satan alone. You know his schemes. He will attack your weak spots first. He will tell you to meet your own needs. When you question your identity as a child of God, that is Satan speaking.

Even more, now you know what to do.

Pray. We cannot do battle with Satan on our own. He is a roaring lion, a fallen angel, an experienced fighter, and an equipped soldier. He is angry—angry because he knows that his time is short (Revelation 12:12 NIV) and that God’s victory is secure. But there is wonderful news for the Christian: Christ reigns as our protector and provider. We are more than conquerors through him (Romans 8:37 NIV).

Arm yourself with God’s Word. Load your pistol with scriptures and keep a finger on the trigger. And remember: “Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 6:12 NIV).

If I were the Devil, I wouldn’t want you to know that. But I’m not the Devil, so good for you. And take that, Satan.

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