A True Disciple

Beware of the Fiery Darts

As true disciples, we must be aware that the enemy is always looking to knock us off of our spiritual footing. His activity centers around our thoughts. He looks for opportunities to send fiery darts of doubt and fear toward us. If we allow him access to our mind by being careless in what we hear or see, he can develop a stronghold of ungodly thoughts that will send us spiraling into unbelief. Therefore, we must believe the word and “ seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth ” (Col 3:1, 2). This is the truth that sets us free. We must be diligent, methodical, and deliberate in standing firm in our faith. Nothing can substitute for our knowledge of who we are in Christ and our knowledge of what we have in Him. Knowing these things prevents fear, doubt, and condemnation from making inroads into our life.

TRIALS

Trials are a part of the true disciple ’ s experience. Jesus said that we would have trouble in this world but He also said to “ take heart! I have overcome the world ” (Jn 16:33).

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