We Do Not Wrestle Against Flesh and Blood
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. - Eph. 6:12.
We must always remember that we are engaged in a spiritual battle, not a natural one. If we forget this, we might waste time battling people or situations in the flesh, rather than addressing the real spiritual forces at work. Key things to watch for are the timing and intensity of a battle.
When something that usually doesn’t affect us suddenly becomes a challenge, we need to be quick to recognize it as a spiritual attack and come against it. The timing of these attacks often makes no sense—unexpected heaviness, depression, or oppression seem to come out of nowhere. The impact is startling, catching us off guard. Sometimes, it feels like there’s no time to connect with the Lord, and unexpected people or situations become involved.
Besides the timing, the intensity of a battle is a clear warning of spiritual warfare. It feels out of the ordinary and overwhelms us from every side. While it’s normal to have occasional low moments, when every moment feels oppressive or every trigger evokes a strong emotional reaction, we must recognize it as the enemy at work. The adversary amplifies our challenges to distort our perspective and cause despair.
Let’s remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood. In the name of Jesus, we rebuke any spirit that is not from God. Then, we can rest in His peace, trust in His protection, and walk in victory, from glory to glory!
We must always remember that we are engaged in a spiritual battle, not a natural one. If we forget this, we might waste time battling people or situations in the flesh, rather than addressing the real spiritual forces at work. Key things to watch for are the timing and intensity of a battle.
When something that usually doesn’t affect us suddenly becomes a challenge, we need to be quick to recognize it as a spiritual attack and come against it. The timing of these attacks often makes no sense—unexpected heaviness, depression, or oppression seem to come out of nowhere. The impact is startling, catching us off guard. Sometimes, it feels like there’s no time to connect with the Lord, and unexpected people or situations become involved.
Besides the timing, the intensity of a battle is a clear warning of spiritual warfare. It feels out of the ordinary and overwhelms us from every side. While it’s normal to have occasional low moments, when every moment feels oppressive or every trigger evokes a strong emotional reaction, we must recognize it as the enemy at work. The adversary amplifies our challenges to distort our perspective and cause despair.
Let’s remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood. In the name of Jesus, we rebuke any spirit that is not from God. Then, we can rest in His peace, trust in His protection, and walk in victory, from glory to glory!
Recent
Archive
2025
January
Under God's CareWrite the VisionGod's Spirit Dwells in YouGlorify GodLiving SacrificesA Table of AbundanceThe Power of ForgivenessStart Your Day with GodRest in His StrengthGlorify God in EverythingConfidence in His WorkPeace Beyond UnderstandingForgive and Be FreeCast Your Cares Upon HimStand Firm in FaithStrengthened by ChristAbide in Me and I in YouSet Your Mind AboveVictorious and SteadfastCherished and GuidedNothing is Too Hard for GodMore of Him, Less of MeFully ConsecratedPreserved by GodThe Only WayBy Faith, Not by SightBrand NewHoly Boldness or Arrogance?Not From GodBold Actions of FaithUnder His Influence
February
Hearing His LovingkindnessTrusting God's LeadingPressing On in FaithOpen Doors and OppositionOur Good ShepherdShaking Off ResentmentGuarding Your HeartThe Power of ForgivenessThe Power of AgreementVintage Wine MakingDon't Give UpKnowing He Hears UsThe Fire of His PresenceGod My ProviderHealing in the Father's HandsThe Depth of His LoveResting in God's Unconditional LoveRooted in Love: Standing Firm in ChristNothing Can Separate us from God's LoveReflecting Christ's LoveThe Power of Perfect LoveFilled and EmpoweredThe Bread of LifeFinding Rest in JesusA Masterpiece of God's DesignEstablished and GuardedStand Firm in FaithThe Spirit of TruthThe Light of the WorldDirected into God's Love
March
Unshakable FaithRemoving Spiritual BarriersAbiding in the True VineSearch My Heart O GodBe Still and KnowThe Power of Saying NoThe Power of AgreementGuarding Your HeartLed by the SpiritDivine OpportunitiesDo Not Grow WearyAccepted in the BelovedAdopted as Sons?Faith Comes by HearingRooted and Built UpCrucified with ChristThe Power of the GospelWalking in the SpiritReceiving Jesus with JoySteadfast in FaithWe Are HisMore Than ConquerorsPress OnStep Into the PromiseNo CondemnationSacrifice of PraiseThe Incorruptible SeedVictory SecuredShining BrighterSword of the SpiritStrength in Weakness
No Comments