Enlighten Our Eyes
I know the evil one is attacking people right now with discouragement. I know at least five different people right now who are about to go on mission trips overseas and the money is not coming in and their hearts are weary with discouragement. I can literally feel as the time gets closer for our Lord Jesus’ return, the enemy is trying to seize every opportunity he can get to keep God from being glorified in us.
A few days ago I was in the restroom and I kept hearing the word “demonolgy” and I was like, why is this horrible word in my head? Then I heard, “study your apponent”. I then realized the Lord wants me to study the tactics of the one who comes to kill, steal and destroy. I then remembered the verse that says, “For the battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the dark forces on this world.” That’s what the enemy is here to do, ya’ll. He has already lost the battle so he is left to wreak havoc on the earth.
When we are concerned and worried about things that the Lord has already taken care of, the last thing we think of doing is praying for the lost. I know for sure this is true with me.
But you guys, James 1:12 says, “Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.” Everything appears fine and normal here on earth, but if you look from heaven’s perspective, its a whole nother story. There is a battle going on. We have got to be guarded and ready for the day of the Lord.
I love Psalm 13:3; it reads, “Enlighten my eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death.” It is the time to have our waists guarded and our lamps burning. Ephesians 6:11 says, “Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.”
Guys, daily examine and lay your souls bare before a Holy God. Cling to Him and pray even when you do not feel like it because Jesus is going to honor your heart and He knows your groanings.
Just to think, as in Revelation, there will be a “great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and in front of the Lamb.” His Name is going to be praised and every single knee is going to bow before King Jesus Christ!!!! Yipee Skippee!!