Matthew 16 King James Version (KJV) 21 From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day. 22 Then Peter took him, and began to rebuke him, saying, Be it far from thee, Lord: this shall not be unto thee. 23 But he turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men. ...... If the devil can not stop us doing the will of God by the fearsome threats of those who hate us, he may well try to sidetrack us by the misguided entreaties of those who love us. And sometimes the greatest temptations come from those who we think are on our side. The LORD made it plain that there will be times when our greatest enemies will be members of our own household. (Matthew 10:36) This is one reason we are commanded to marry in the faith. (1 Corinthians 7:39). An unbelieving spouse is a great challenge in our walk with God; which obviously can not be helped if we come to faith after marriage, but should be avoided at all costs if as a believer we still seek the LORDs life partner for us. (Not all are as blessed in this department as I am and my heart goes out to those who face attacks on their faith from spouse, parent or child). Add to that the LORDs clear warning that a prophet is not without honour except in his own home, (and it is obvious, the same goes also for those who faithfully stand on the words of the Lords apostles and prophets), and we see that the greatest spiritual warfare we may find ourselves in is within the sphere of family and friends. Be that as it may, if you are one in this circumstance, the Holy One of Israel will be your shield and comfort as you continue to stand firm for Christ whether under siege from enemy or friend.
Posted on: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 23:14:13 +0000
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