Are you dealing with opposition?

“But in that coming day no weapon turned against you will succeed. You will silence every voice raised up to accuse you. These benefits are enjoyed by the servants of the Lord; their vindication will come from me. I, the Lord, have spoken!” Isaiah‬ ‭54:17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Isaiah 54:17. This is shouting news! Let your enemies talk! Let them persecute you! You deceased so that Jesus can increase in you. See Yourself Through The Eyes of Jesus.

Opposition from The Enemy is YOUR KEY to the Kingdom of Heaven. Those who hate Christ will hate you too. His enemies will rise up against you in and through your submission to God.  It is a sign you are moving in the right direction. Do not give up when they rise! Do not fear or run when they rise! Jesus already declared you a conqueror, victorious, fearfully, and wonderfully made.

From the beginning, before God created you, and blew life into you, you were, protected, equipped with spiritual gifts, and given an assignment. It is our duty to execute God’s purpose without doubt even through hardships. We are never alone in this spiritual fight. Stand still and know that God is who he says he is. He has never and will never fail you. The fact that you awake daily, shows we serve a living God. If you are being harassed at work, bullied at school or church God will protect and guide you. Yes! there is a such thing as being bullied or bothered in church. Know that Satan is suppose to be there as well. He wants you to believe God is a liar. He wants you to believe God doesn't love you. All that you need Jesus will provide. No one can stop his power or will for you.

Keep moving, studying, praying, praising, and stay encourage. Satan has to do his job. He is jealous of your anointing and relationship with God.  He is angry he could not defeat Jesus, and he is angry he cannot overtake you. In order for Satan to bother you or physically touch you, The Lord has to give him authority. Job 1:12 NLT “All right, you may test him,” the Lord said to Satan. “Do whatever you want with everything he possesses, but don’t harm him physically.” So Satan left the Lord’s presence.” ‭‭ (Please read the story of Job). The story of Job is such an amazing example of the Faith and Trust in God. It is also, proof Satan has nno power. He had to ask God to test Job.

Satan will tempt and use your  family, friends, and any weak areas in your life to rise against you.  Choose a side! Either you are going to believe God and his promises, or you believe Satan and his lies. God does not want us to be double minded but, mentally strong. He wants us to have endurance in our faith. “Their loyalty is divided between God and the world, and they are unstable in everything they do.” ‭‭James‬ ‭1:8‬ ‭NLT‬‬.  
“Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith. Remember that your family of believers all over the world is going through the same kind of suffering you are.” ‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭5:8-9‬ ‭NLT‬‬.

Like the faithful servant Job, No matter the cost, SATAN CANNOT WIN!

He can only take from you what you give him. Consistently feed your spirit with the Word of God. It is your shield and armor.  Pray daily and never fear. Ephesians 6:10-18. Guard your heart and keep pressing toward Jesus. God said “If you faint in the days of adversity, your strength is small. Proverbs 24:10.  Praise God through your pain. No Weapons Formed will Prosper in Jesus’ Name!

                                                             Thank you God for you have all power.

We serve Jehovah El-Elyon,

(The God of the Most High)

Love,

Marti L. Coates