*I John 5:4

Devo Fuel: {The Weapons of Faith}

"This is the victory that overcomes the world, our faith." (I John 5:4)

One of Satan's sly devices is to divert our minds from the help God offers us in struggles against evil, telling us we have to fight the battle alone. But God knows we need His help.

The Bible warns, "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour" (1 Pet. 5:8). What would you do if you met a lion? You'd probably run, and you'd probably grab any weapon you could to fend him off if he attacked.

And that is true in our struggles against evil. When evil and temptation stalk us, our first response should be to flee. And when they still attack, we should use every weapon we have to drive them away. The good news is this: God has provided the weapons! His Word, His angels, His Spirit, the encouragement and prayers of our brothers and sisters in Christ - these and more are "weapons" God provides.

Sometimes I feel like I am fighting the battle all by myself and so overwhelmed by work.Not having enough time to spend w/ friends and family. I'm not afraid of a fight, but the unknown always scares me. We aren't in this battle alone - so why act like it?