Another Divine Paradox
And then I considered Job…….
“Oh, Divine paradox that trials may be desirable,
That attack indicates being on the right track,
That oppression can be a positive expression,
That the enemy’s wrath means I’m on the right path,
That God weaves the brambles of satan’s discouragement into a soft, glorious, robe of encouragement.
When I was newly born-again I was warned that I would be attacked because the devil considered me vulnerable (or possibly dangerous).
That happened several times, but I withstood because forewarned was forearmed! But, as I grew in faith, and with the passage of time, that warning wore off. Now, every time I drop my guard, the debbil is ready and very willing to punch me where it hurts, especially just when I feel I’m getting closer to God. It seems that he attacks when threatened. Doesn’t want to be forgotten by his old pal who has betrayed and forsaken him. He wants his revenge, no doubt. The ultimate stalker. The quintessential murderer. Should we take it as a sign that we are on the “right track” with the Lord when we are sore-oppressed by the enemy? I think so, yes. “Because God redeems even this….”
By this be encouraged, oh People. Be forewarned, and stand your ground.
Remember, the more worthy the adversary, the more cunning and vicious satan’s attack. Be a worthy adversary anyway!
(“Each time God sits a writer down to write, satan knows he’s lost another fight”)
Wink 😉
LS<
Alone in the Rockies.
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