Satan is always on the prowl. He never ceases to try to harass us. The Bible says Satan is our adversary who roars like a lion seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). That explains Satan does not like us.
It has been said Satan will try his greatest attacks when we are on the brink of God doing something miraculous in our lives. Usually Satan will use fear and/or discouragement to have us abort the things of God. Many will see these attacks as God not caring when in fact He is still working on our behalf.
Recently, I encountered several attacks within days of each other. When we see the word oncology, most of us know that it means cancer. I received a medical report and referral with that word. For a moment, I thought, “Cancer?” That did not ring true to my soul and spirit. It was late at night. So, since it did not ring true within me, I said my prayers and went to bed. God gave me sweet restorative sleep that night. Satan lost that attack.
The second incident involved a situation of Satan trying to drag me into a situation of hypocrisy and inauthenticity. Quickly, it was so clear of what was happening. The Spirit of God asked me if I was going to participate in this. When given the opportunity of being invited into the situation with a big smile from the host, I quickly declined. Obediently, I kept my silence. Satan lost this attack.
Afterward, I had to process the moment. Moreover, there was so much that was going on. Further, it would have been easy for me to have been swept up in that moment. The Holy Spirit leads and guides us in all things if we are paying attention. I thank God for the Holy Spirit. I am able to recognize His prompting telling me this is wrong.
Cancer came knocking again. Although, I needed to make an appointment with the oncologist office to see a hematologist. As a follow-up, I received documents from the office talking about cancer treatment regimens. I thought, “God, did I miss something? Am I in denial about what is going on with my health?” Overall, I feel great.
I called the office. I told them about my upcoming appointment and the documents I received from their office to prepare me for the appointment. I asked her if I had cancer because no one told me! She looked into it. Finally, she apologized for the documents sent to me. Again, another of Satan’s schemes to send fear and discouragement. Satan lost this attack, too.
Instead of me cowering in fear and discouragement, this has encouraged me. I know God is working on my behalf! It is a matter of time for me to see His glory in my life. This is the beauty of knowing our God and how He works in our lives. It is not always easy to follow God’s direction. It usually goes against the crowd and our need for acceptance. These are Satan’s schemes he uses to suck us into things that are not of God.
Last week I blogged about the power of choice. God will always give us choice in the temptations of life. It is up to us if we are paying attention to Him. It is up to us to choose His ways. God wants us to have the BEST He has for us… Amen. Love & Blessings!