day 19 devotional- the airwaves

day 19 in the prayer guide speaks about the airwaves...

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Scripture: Ephesians 2:2 (NKJ) In which you once walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit who now works in the sons of disobediance.

Personal reflection: It's easy to forget, even as believers, that although we serve a mightly God who has defeated satan through the Cross, the devil is still roaming about seeking whom he may destroy until Jesus returns to claim the final vistory. Satan is the prince of the power of the air and is still very much in control on planet earth, and he uses a very effective and powerful weapon- the world's chosen medium of entertainment- to deceive and control. Ask God to protect his people form the lies of the enemy as he seeks to tempt us out of relationship with God by appealing to our fleshly desires and attitudes.

Going forward I'm committed to _________.

Additional scripture support: Rev. 12:9, John 8:44, 2 Cor. 4:4, Mark 13:33, 37, 1 Pet. 4:7, 1 Thes. 5:6, Luke 21:36, 1 Cor. 16:14

Praying through scripture:
1 pet. 5:8-11 (MSG)
Jesus, you instruct us in your Word to keep a cool head and stay alert because the devil is poised to pounce and would like nothing better than to catch us napping. Help your people to keep their guard up. We in America arn't the only ones plunged into these hard times. It's the same with Christians all over the world. So, help us keep a firm grip on faith. The suffering won't last forever. It won't be long before you, our generous God who has great plans for us- eternal and glorious plans- will have us on our feet for good because we know you get the last word. Thank you for laying down your life on the cross so that we might have victory over the enemy and his schemes and live eternally with you in heaven. Amen.

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I like how the verse says "you once walked." We all once followed our own hearts and needs. And then we find God, and we give that life up for one much better. And that's what this is about- continuing to walk for God and no one else.

Going forward, I'm committed to maintaining my walk with God, and not stumbling backwards.