Today's Devotion Thursday, June 12, 2003 "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places." (Ephesians 6:12) Today's Thoughts Who are you fighting against? Who do you get angry with during a disagreement? If you're like most, we target the people . . . flesh and blood . . . as our points of contention. Is it any wonder we become so frustrated? We need to get beyond the "flesh and blood" and our own corrupt natures to realize that we live in the midst of one spiritual battle after another. Our battle is with the ranks of the enemy although he uses those closest to us to "rattle" us if he can . . . and unfortunately, he usually can! The Word of God tells us to withstand . . . to hold our ground. Thank God for the shed blood of the Precious Lamb that gives us the power to stand against his wiles and that has bought for us victory over the enemy! Our battle is against principalities, against powers, etc.! The enemy is divisive, scheming, manipulative, crafty, and so on, but we serve the God Most High, Righteous, and Holy, and Supreme over all . . . there is none who can compare to our Victorious King of Kings and Lord of Lords! Today's Prayer Father, help me, Lord, to remember that my battle is NOT with flesh and blood! Lord, help me to withstand the wiles of the devil, to recognize the enemy quickly and to stand firm against him. Lord, I am weak, but You are strong . . . I am vulnerable, but You are my defense . . . I am nothing and You are EVERYTHING! I love You, Lord, Amen! Jan Ross jan@... http://todaysdevotion.com "No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD. (Isaiah 54:17) ~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~+~ **NOTE: Once or twice a year I like give everyone an opportunity to sow into the ministry of Today's Devotion. The devotions reach thousands daily, the exact number is impossible to determine since many of our subscribers pass them along to friends and family who, in turn, pass them on to others. I am continually amazed at the far-reaching affects of Today's Devotion and give the glory to God for the work He has done in each life through this daily endeavor. There is no pressure or obligation, and I apologize if you feel this notice is inappropriate. Your donations may safely be given online through PayPal with your Master Card/Visa (no extra charges) at http://www.paypal.com for jan@... . A check or money order can be mailed to me directly at 2647 Admiral Drive, Grove City, OH 43123. Thank you for your prayers and continued support! ~Jan Ross ~~~~~~~~~~~