Ephesians 6:12
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
Dear friend,
Sadly, I must admit that many times I go through the day not thinking once about our true struggle. Moreover, when I do struggle, I'm often focused on the things of this world which is not where my Father wants my focus to be.
Our struggle is not of this world and this verse, along with the context of Ephesians 6, can be a bit overwhelming. Rulers, authorities, powers of this dark world, forces of evil in the heavenly realms...it can sound a bit like a comic book if we let it. However, this is not a tale of fiction...this is what is truly happening right now! But take heart, endure hardship like a good soldier of Christ (2 Timothy 2:3), be strong in the Lord and His mighty power (Ephesians 6:10) and put on the full armor of God.
Let us remember that God exerted Christ far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every title that can be given, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. Everything is under the feet of Jesus and God appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way! (Ephesians 1:21-22).
Praise you Jesus that you have overcome the world! Nothing can thwart the plans of our God and the power of the Holy Spirit that lives within us!
In Christ,
Mike
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