The longer Eve engaged the snake in conversation, the deeper the doubt took root.
Tag: enemy
Strong towers don’t mean much to us in modern times.
Though he was a prophet, Jonah never quite caught God’s heart. Could the same be said of us?
Squanto somehow managed to love his enemy despite his own misery.
While joyful obedience delights the Father, it enrages the enemy.
Marthas prevent meltdowns by keeping close tabs their soul condition.
The Good Shepherd goes about His business of caring for people even in the midst of antagonists.
All too often, we forget that there is a snake in our story. We go about our daily business ignorant of the predator in our rafters, shadows and corners. And then, when he attacks, we are caught off guard; injured and even sinful in our reactions.
Remember, the prodigal’s father is a description of Father God. He’s the One pacing the proverbial front porch, waiting for any sign on the horizon of wayward kids coming home. He runs out to meet us with forgiveness and restoration in hand: ready and willing to clothe us in righteousness and receive us again as beloved members of his household.
I have felt pursued. Have you not? Even though I have been a believer for decades, I still wake up in the morning and the worry seeps in, the accusations and the insinuations are still a constant assault. I feel the pursuit of the enemy with a vengeance that feels personal.