Discouragement creeps in like fog.
It 
is not possible to know when it first starts. It is invisible. But, it rolls in 
from somewhere else and feels like it penetrates the very bones.
Soldier, 
we are told not to let discouragement rule our actions or attitudes.
That 
means there must be obedience in response to the thing that seems so daunting. 
Or the feeling that penetrates thoughts and quashes motivation.
Or the deep 
and heavy thoughts that seem true when they hit.
But Soldier it is not from 
your weakness, nor does it point out accuracy. It is from the enemy.
These 
things come in seasons, and often it seems they will never retreat.
But 
they will.
And his face will be seen. His Reign is clear and His blessing 
witnessed by all. He really does set a table before us in the presence 
of our enemies.
That means we have enemies.
Soldier, pick up 
your weight and walk as one who has been born into the Kingdom of His Dear Son. 
Walk as one who has been adopted.
Walk as one who is a member of the Royal 
Race.
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