Worry robs the
believer of the moment. The mind is such fertile ground. and when the enemy shoots in slim, flaming thoughts of what might be, what probably is, and what more than likely was, only the Soldier of the Cross who has predetermined to lead every thought away captive will recognize what is happening. He who roams around seeking to devour doesn't have to work hard to inflame most minds. In fact, the mind that is not freshly chewing on the Word of God has an immune deficiency and throws its weak little arms open to the negative stimulation. The mind is the battleground. Oh Soldier, if He says we must have thoughts that line up with His, then there is no argument. He has said it. The intensity of the situation does not excuse me. The persistence of the enemy does not excuse me. The lack of support for my position does not excuse me. The pain does not excuse me. He has already paid The Price and I am free. Freedom comes at a high cost - obedience. And obedience demands all that there is. |
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