"Understand Spiritual Warfare?"

Ephesians 6.12 (NKJV) For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.

Peter understood spiritual warfare when he wrote, “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you…

John understood spiritual warfare when he wrote, “I write to you young men, Because you have overcome the wicked one.”

Jude understood spiritual warfare when he wrote, “Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints.”

Paul understood spiritual warfare when he wrote, “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for the pulling down strongholds.”

Jesus understood spiritual warfare when he said, “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”

It’s my prayer for you this week that you understand you’re engaged in a spiritual warfare too… don’t think it’s strange, contend earnestly with spiritual weapons while you make it your goal to abide in Jesus. There’s no other way.

By His Grace Alone,
Pastor Ed

RESPONSES:
I just wanted to encourage you and let you know that the body of Christ is alive and well! Manie called me to encourage us to watch the Potter's Field ministry - knowing that we woudn't be attending services that day and that we sometimes watch Charles Stanley on days such as that. It truly was a blessing, and I'm so grateful for the friendship and "sharpening of steel" that other believers bring to our lives.
Your teaching on Acts continually reminds us of the ties we do (or should) have to one another. I pray that we would continually draw closer to the Lord, while also growing closer with other believers in the fellowship. Thank you for making that truth one that we acknowledge and strive to live out.
Calvary Aurora is truly a blessing - and the people are truly lovers of God and each other... that's because the Word is the focus... the Lord, as it should be. Every blessing to you and yours. We love you and are truly blessed to be a part of the fellowship of the Lord - at Calvary to be specific. :-)