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Daily Reflections

Psalm 91 : 13 “You will tread upon the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent”

3/4/2020

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This image of power over natural enemies reappears in the New Testament, only this time the reference is to Satan and his powers: “I have given you (his disciples) authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you’ (Luke 10:19). Having just sent the twelve out on missions to the towns nearby, he now reports to them triumphantly “I saw Satan fall like lightening from Heaven” (vs. 18). Presumably, having this same authority as His modern-day disciples, are we not expected to use it? How may it apply to the present-day lockdown?

The Covid 19 virus has no doubt a natural origin. But given the opportunity it affords to our supernatural enemies in the spirit world to add larger calamities than the flu itself, we must be on the lookout when they come knocking. How many of our fears and anxieties are being inflamed by influences at work on our psyche?  How many chinks in our armour are being exploited? While compacted together as we are, the normal tensions of family rivalries have an extended opportunity to work away at our peace and wellbeing. Our Prime Minister, bless her, has made a point of promoting “kindness” in all her speeches, as a vital reminder to put aside our selfish tendencies during this time of lockdown. Resisting the devil is work enough when there is nothing much otherwise to do.
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When Christians are put on the spot to defend their faith, it is unlikely that they will mention their authority to trample down the works of Satan. Perhaps it is because they have limited experience, if any, of engaging with a supernatural enemy. But Jesus tells us that we can (Luke 10;19) and so we must. In our huddles and bubbles we will surely be targets, but we know our best defence: “Submit to God, resist the Devil and he will flee from you” (James 4:7). No better time than now to use this authority to put protection in place over our families.

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Claudia link
5/4/2020 10:47:16 pm

Our daughter Sophia opened Jeremiah 13/14 this morning, when asking for a scripture for the home church we held.

Oliver found this one on this link. To me, they contrast.

I guess time will tell which it is going to be, however one thing I am certain is - we must all work hard to rebuke false Gods like money, success, vanity, etc. and try to be and stay as close to God as possible, and when we get guidance from the holy spirit, we must obey! We must look closely at our relationships with each other, I agree. But are we doing as much as we can? I think not. We are full, we live in luxury, while there are millions starving. Why should God rescue us greedy guts?
I believe this time is a warning and a preparation for "The big one" only, it is a great way for the governments of this world to see how well people will obey them. What is great about it is that the rivers are clearing, the air is becoming better again, not so many cars are on the streets...well it's good for nature!
Much love,
Claudia

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