Have you ever felt like the enemy has set his sights on you? Have you felt stuck, between a rock and hard place with no way out?
In those moments, victory seems near impossible. We have no strength of our own for making the wise choice, the right choice.
Instead, we feel helpless and hopeless – overwhelmed by the temptation to give in and give up!
The following story is about one such day…
…………………………………………………….
It’s almost supper time, but the stove top sits empty and no pleasing aromas fragrance the air. I’ve not even yet decided what to cook, let alone made any sort of preparations. Instead, I’m sitting in my bedroom trying desperately to pray while my preschoolers whine for attention right outside of the bedroom door.
My husband, weary from our recent argument, sits slumped over just outside the door at the dining room table. He’s grumbling over the budget and seems unaware of the noise around him.
There is no peace, no quiet.
But I need to pray because I am one moment away from falling into temptation. One moment from allowing my impatience, anger, resentment, and frustration to spill over onto my family. One moment away from blowing any chance at doing right.
At this moment I am certain, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that Satan has set his sights on me; I’m being tested.
Finish reading this article at it’s new home HERE. 🙂
Oh Jen, I love that you stomped on Satan’s head and didn’t allow Him to take a victory lap! I especially appreciate you prayer, as I’m going through an exceptionally difficult time and love the reminder that He is with me in the thick of it and lavishly loves me.
[How’s that for a run-on sentence!} 🙂 Excellent post!
I’m so glad you visited my place!
Blessings to you ~ Mary
Thank you, Mary. I don’t think I’ve ever been as aware of Satan’s handiwork as I have been since my husband took a full-time ministry job. He really loves to work on us when we’re trying to follow the Lord, doesn’t he? I’m so glad you found some encouragement in it! I really appreciated your post as well.
Jen 🙂
Hi Jen, times like that are hard and its when you recognise the attack for what it is and refocus on the Lord that things start coming right, although, sometimes the attacks become more persistent. But, it is for a season and like you say, one has to keep walking God’s path and He, in His turn, will keep catching us and keep protecting us. Great post to link up at Encourage 24/7’s Testimonial page. I know it will bless those who read it.
God bless
Tracy
Thanks for the encouragement, Tracy! 🙂
Way to fight sister!
Thanks for the encouragement!
Jen 🙂
This is a very practical and encouraging post — meeting us all where the rubber meets the road! Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing!
Thanks for the visit and the encouragement!
Jen 🙂
Thanks so much for sharing and linking up with Transformed Tuesdays at moretobe.com. You’re not alone in this journey of steadfast commitment and immediate onslaught of temptation. Praise God for your discernment and seeking Him.
Thank you for that encouragement, Elisa!
Jen 🙂