Daily Devotional

AVOID SERVING GOD CAFETERIA STYLE

September 3

eloved, there are two things which you must avoid. One thing is giving too much attention to the Evil One, and the other is giving too little attention to him. To discount him altogether leaves you with no understanding of the operation of evil in your life. It leaves you looking only to natural causes for trouble and evil in the world. This is a dangerous mind set for you. It allows the Evil One to work against you without your being prompted by the Holy Spirit to go to prayer and worship which sets in motion the forces of heaven to war against him on your behalf. This again is a very dangerous way of thinking and living. It means also that you have a cafeteria style of approach to the Bible (picking and choosing for your own self and your own convenience Bible verses which suit you and your own taste). This too is a serious mistake on your part. The word of God is just that--- the word of God! It is not for you to decide which verse suits your own personal theology or belief. The Bible says, "Be sober, be vigilant: because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour." (I Peter 5:8) In other words, be on your toes spiritually watching out for the Enemy! Now for the subject of my children giving too much attention and aiding and empowering the devil through their fearful attitudes about him. Beloved, many of my children, and especially those who harbor sinful attitudes and practices within their lives, have a good reason to pay too much attention to the devil. If you give a reason for the Accuser of the Brethren to attack and oppress you, he will work against you continually to steal from you your life and specially to interfere with your walk with God. Many Christians are hyped up praying night and day and continually fighting against the devil--- even going so far as to do things which are superstitious (riddled with fear and signs which propose to protect them and their homes from the Evil One). This is not necessary to the Christian who truly loves God and seeks with his/her heart to follow the Lord Jesus in obedience and in true submission. Now why don't you make the following confession which will help you get back into focus on the issue of the operation of the devil in your life: "Father, I confess that you alone are the supreme and holy power of heaven and earth. I confess that I will put my trust in you only for my salvation. I confess that your supremacy over the devil and all his evil spirits is released today in my life. I will cease striving with the devil, and learn how to come to rest in your love and in your ability to surround me with power and safety in the presence of your Holy Spirit. I am totally yours Father through the protection of the blood of Jesus shed for me and sprinkled along my path."

Prayer

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Father, thank you that you help me to balance my perspective on the work of the Evil One. I know that nothing escapes your eye. You see and hear everything that is planned against me by devils, and you are awaiting the presentation of my mind, body and soul to you in prayer and surrender. In Jesus' name I praise you, Father, amen!