Peter warns "Be sober-minded; be watchful. If that doesn’t work, he will try to worry and anxiety, fear, and discouragement. When feelings of discouragement and other negative thoughts and feelings come, RUN to God’s word! Refresh and refill your mind and … Leave your comments Enlaces Patrocinados Sponsored Links You’re called to live a life that’s set apart. Do not let the enemy deprive you of your joy, peace of mind, confidence, hope or spirit. The message today is Don't let the chatter stop you. 2. For 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. By continuing to use this website, you permit us to collect and use data from your activity on the devices you use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We see this in today’s passage of Scripture when Peter warns believers, “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Rather, that joker is going to be packed with Scripture, and we are going to celebrate God’s victory!!! Stay on guard! Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. One thing that clearly emerges from our study in the Book of Nehemiah is that life is a battle from beginning to end. I'd love to send you my daily devotions each day for free via email. I don’t want to be someone who gives thanks with her mouth and not her heart. Joshua 1:8 “This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it; for then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have success. Don’t let discouragement set in. It’s not time to quit. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour" (1 Peter 5:8). Learn how your comment data is processed. That is why Paul says in 2 Corinthians 2:11 that “We are not unaware of his schemes.” We need to be on guard because Satan is both a lion that devours and a serpent that deceives. I can't tell you how many people tweeted me at Bishop Jakes to tell me this message blessed them in a powerful way when I preached it, because so many people are distracted by the chatter around them to the point they can't focus on the goal before them. Required fields are marked *. The enemy of our souls wants to distract and disrupt our lives. Live free and stay free—don’t let the enemy rob you! Keep the Word in your heart and take every thought captive. We all have things that come against us in life: people that don't like us, we're dealing with an illness, we lost a big client at work. When the Spirit makes it clear, decide how you can begin to say “no” to those things that are derailing you from what’s most important. Don’t let the enemy convince you that you can’t recover from past mistakes. Stand boldly on the promise that God is for you and no one and no thing can stand against you! We use cookies on this website and associated FLN websites. He will keep trying to steal your promises, but God is always faithful. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress. It's totally free, just enter your detail below and starting tomorrow you will receive a devotional each day directly by email. Pastor Steven Furtick (May-16-2020) Don't Let The Enemy Distract You. Spend time in His Word and hear His voice. That is why Paul says in 2 Corinthians 2:11 that “We are not unaware of his schemes.” We need to be on guard because Satan is both a lion that devours and a serpent that deceives. God has already given you everything you need to fight back—to resist the enemy and his lies. Stay submitted. by Jon | Aug 13, 2020 | 2018 - A year in the Old Testament, Daily Devotional, Nehemiah, Old Testament | 0 comments, Today’s Reading: Nehemiah 5:14-7:73 (additional reading: Psalm 33:1-11 and Proverbs 21:8-10). If he can’t lead you to moral failure, he’ll get your focus misaligned. Don't Let Sanballat Distract You. But that’s just what has happened—and often these Sanballats come in sheep’s clothing. Their faith isn’t real. But you can resist the devil and his lies. Whatever method the evil one employs, whether it be fear or flattery, his aim is to distract and destroy us. 1:04:18. We can live aware, stand strong, and believe in the Power of our King. But David said in Psalm 27: in the time Your possessions? - With Dr Dharius Daniels #dhariusdaniels #dhariusdaniels2020 #dhariusdanielssermons +* Thanks You For Watching! WEDNESDAY NIGHT: A Purpose-Driven Fast: For the Nation - Joel 2:12-16;25. I don’t know what distractions you’re faced with but let’s take some time right now and ask the Holy Spirit to help you identify those things that are distracting you from God’s priorities. If he can’t convince you to give up, he’ll divert your attention. Satan says to God about us, They don’t really love you; they love your benefits. As far as we are told through scripture, God didn’t say “neither shall ye touch it, lest you die.” He said: “Don’t eat it.” Because the enemy broke Eve’s focus on God’s instructions. God has already won the war! It's easy to live worried, wondering how it's going to turn out. Your email address will not be published. Subscribe and Get Sermons and Motivations by Steven Furtick DIRECTLY TO YOUR INBOX! . Fear or flattery. 21. Stay focused and keep pressing on, by God’s grace! Distraction is one of the most effective tools of our enemy. Says in 1 Peter 5:8 ) your purpose take you down in the Lord and in Word! 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