This Message is inspired by the Reading “UP JUMPS THE DEVIL” from the Book Overcoming Darkness.  

A Strong Man’s House is continually attacked by the wiles of the devil. The enemy comes as a wolf in Sheep’s Clothing. As we grow Spiritually we recognize the enemy’s many tactics. The arsenal includes attacks of a Strong Man’s Character, Finances, and even attempts to invade His House and attack his Authority as Head.  (Ephesians 6:11-13, Matthew 7:15)

The enemy’s methodology is to confuse Order and Authority (Order). A Strong Man’s House meets this Spiritual Wickedness with Righteous Indignation just as Jesus did when he ridded the Temple of the Money Changers. Righteous Indignation will cause the enemy to Flee.  It should not be construed as Anger. (John 10:10, Matthew 2:12-13)

Like a Wedge, the attacks begin with small matters. Then the attacks embellish and become major issues. Endurance, Patience and Love are the only weapons against this Spiritual Wickedness. The Wisdom of Firm and Fair is applied in all matters in a Strong Man’s House. Firm and Fair will make the enemy Flee. (Foot On His Neck)  (James 5:7, James 4:7, Philippians 4:8)

Song of the Week

“Overcoming Darkness” Written and Performed by John Stuckey Jr

UP JUMPS THE DEVIL

When you’re travelling

The road of right

Up jumps the devil

With all of his might

He will torment the mind

Cause some sleepless nights

Using any tool

To keep God out of sight

He will jump up

In many fashions and forms

Using the hooks and charms

Of temptation’s mighty arms

He uses frustration

To take our smile away

He will send the darkness

To mess up your day

He makes the people

Always want to fight

And do the many things

We know are just not right

Up jumps the devil

When travelling the road of right

God provides full armour

To turn his darkness into light