WHOM RESIST STEDFAST IN THE FAITH.

 

DECEMBER 24

 

1Peter 5:9 

Whom resist stedfast in the faith,

knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished

 in your brethren that are in the world. 

 
Satan is the Christian’s unwearied foe, he is the enemy of all righteousness, and aims at our destruction.
 
He especially the enemy of our faith – comfort – prosperity -- and usefulness.
 
He is our enemy before God, and he gets access to our hearts; he excites to sin, accuses of sin, and terrifies for sins.
 
We are called upon to resist him, steadfastly believing God's word – faithfulness -- and love.
 
Steadfastly believing what Christ is to us, as Satan's grand opponent.
 
Is Satan a deadly serpent?-- Jesus is the brazen serpent which heals.
 
Is Satan a roaring lion? -- Jesus is the lion of the tribe of Judah who prevails.
 
Is Satan a destroyer? --Jesus is a Saviour.
 
Is Satan an adversary? --Jesus is a friend.
 
Is Satan a wolf? -- Jesus is the Good Shepherd.
 
Is Satan the tempter? --Jesus is a Deliverer.
 
Iis Satan a deceiver and a liar? --Jesus is the truth.
 
Is Satan an accuser?-- Jesus is an Advocate.
 
Is Satan the Prince of darkness? --Jesus is the light of life.
 
Is Satan a murderer? --Jesus is the resurrection.
 
Is Satan the god of this world?-- Jesus is God over all.
 
Resist the devil in faith of this.
 
Jesus is all you need.
 
 

All power is to our Jesus given;

O’er the earth’s rebellious son He reigns;

He mildly rules the host of heaven,

And holds the powers of hell in chains,

Jesus, the woman’s conquering seed,

Shall bruise for us the serpent's head.

 
James Smith