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SATAN ALWAYS TEMPTS CHRISTIANS TO DERAIL THEM – Luke

Christians: Be Vigilant And Prayerful To Overcome Satan’s Temptations

(Passage: Luke 6)

The Pharisees camouflage under their religion to criticize Jesus.

They were Jealous of Jesus’ ministry and would seize any opportunity to rage at him. The Pharisees did not relent in stalking Jesus all day long.

They were eager to find an excuse to criticize and demean his ministry.

The Bible reported some of the Pharisees’ actions,

“Now it happened on the second Sabbath after the first that He (Jesus) Went through the grain fields. And His disciples plucked the heads of grain and ate them, rubbing them in their hands.
…And some of the Pharisees said to them, “Why are you doing what is not lawful to do on the Sabbath?” The scripture also reported, “Now it happened on another Sabbath, also, that He entered the synagogue and taught.
…And a man was there whose right hand was withered. So the scribes and Pharisees watched Him closely, whether He would heal on the Sabbath, that they might find an accusation against Him” (Luke 6:6-7) (Luke 6:1-2).

The Footsteps of Jesus Will Help Us Overcome Satan’s Temptation

Satan loves to station his evil agents around the people of God in a bid to frustrate their efforts.

The enemies always focus on making attempts to derail believers from their pursuits of righteousness.

They do this by castigating their works and throwing every available stone at them while hoping one might stick.

Therefore, to overcome the enemy (the devil), Christians must be spiritually sensitive (watchful) and prayerful.

They must, also, be filled with the Holy Spirit always.

Meanwhile, believers must not forget that Satan’s intention is not just to discourage them from serving God only; his prime goals are to kill, steal, and destroy their salvation (according to John 10:10).

Hence, children of God must remain prayerful and watchful.

Christians should imbibe Jesus’ actions towards the opposition and react appropriately in all situations.

For example, when Satan instigated fury in the Pharisees to waylay Jesus, he did the following:

Jesus ignored the Pharisees – Believers should largely ignore their critics.
Jesus remained persistent in doing God’s business –Believers should never stop doing God’s will.
Jesus always withdrew to a silent place to pray for the renewal of his strengths after ministering –Believers must always refill and refresh their energy through prayers.
Jesus changed locations to avoid enemies’ distractions –Believers should diversify in ministry to outsmart their enemies.

Children of God must be vigilant. We must be aware that Satan constantly uses various situations to steer us away from fighting the good fight of faith. This is not to scare anyone since the power of God is enough to earn us the victory. Always you will conquer with God’s power!

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Pray For The Power To Conquer The Devil’s Temptations

Dear God, please give me the strength to overcome Satan and live triumphantly on earth, while glorifying your holy name!

…Again, give me the strength to remain focused and pay no attention to the devil and his evil agents! Let your Holy Spirit empower me to remain immovable, and to keep serving you faithfully during opposition and challenges.

…Also, let your Holy Spirit empower me to be watchful and prayerful so that I can keep prospering in all my activities. When my earthly race is over, let me appear in your presence in heaven to hear the word “well-done and welcome my servant to the joy of your Lord!” For in the name of Jesus Christ I have prayed.

Amen.

Remember: Satan Always Tempts Christians To Derail Them

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EXPRESS THE LOVE OF GOD – 1 John

DIVINE FOCUS IS A STAPLE IN CHRISTIANITY – Daniel

GOD HATES SIN; COVET HOLINESS AND STAY STRONG – Zechariah

HUMANS ARE REQUIRED TO OBEY GOD’S LAWS – 2 Kings

CHRISTIANITY IS NOT EXCLUSIVE TO PERFECT HUMANS – Luke

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BEWARE: THE LAST DAYS TRIBULATIONS ARE IMMINENT – Revelation

Do Away With Sin To Avoid Falling Into Tribulations

(Passage: Revelation 8)

Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God opened the seven seals in heaven, and the seventh seal unfolded the great tribulations that would befall earth inhabitants after the rapture.

The 7th seal has 7 trumpets that were blown separately. The 1st through 4th trumpets invoked great damages to the earth, to the extent that God’s angel bitterly lamented in heaven.

The scripture described,

“Then the fourth angel sounded: And a third of the sun was struck, a third of the moon, and a third of the stars, so that a third of them were darkened. A third of the day did not shine, and likewise the night.
…And I looked, and I heard an angel flying through the midst of heaven, saying with a loud voice, “Woe, woe, woe to the inhabitants of the earth, because of the remaining blasts of the trumpet of the three angels who are about to sound!” (Revelation 8:12-13).

Chances Are Still Available To Be Saved From Tribulations

In the last days, earth’s inhabitants will suffer greater tribulations than they have ever experienced from inception. God will shake the universe and prove his sovereignty over it.

The pro-end-time tribulations will cause the earth’s inhabitants to shudder in fear; however, God’s children would be shielded from the tribulations, because Jesus Christ would have raptured them to heaven.

Faithful followers of Jesus Christ would be with God in heaven, while those left would be stranded to suffer great tribulations with Satan.

Hence, it is important that everyone on earth repents and proclaim Christ as Lord – without wasting time – in order to escape the horrific event that is about to take place.

Since Christ will revisit the earth without prior notice, everyone (without exception) should grab any salvation moment that he or she may have to be saved. (Revelation 16:15).

The last days are upon us and have you asked yourselves if you will be saved? Are you worthy of saving? God has offered us eternal life if only we believe and have faith. Repent genuinely today and secure a place in God’s kingdom.

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Pray For Divine Help To Be Saved From The Tribulations

Dear God, please save me from the tribulations that the earth’s inhabitants are about to experience.

I want to be raptured before the horrific event takes place; therefore, I declare that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and he is the Savior of the world. He died for the sinners to save them.

…I thereby confess him (Jesus Christ) as my personal Lord and Savior. I give him my complete life, and I promise to faithfully serve him throughout the days of my life.

…Please let me remain qualified for your eternal home. For in the name of Jesus Christ, I make my requests. Amen.

Remember: Beware: The Last Days Tribulations Are Imminent