1 John 4:4
1 John 4:4
Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
Satan didn't curl his tail and pull in his claws when we came alive again in Christ. He is determined to ruin our lives in order to "prove" that he is more powerful than God. He believes that if he can seduce us into sin, he will triumph over God. We are not defenseless in the face of Satan's attack. God has already provided us with the weapons we need - His Spirit and His Word - to defend against all spiritual attacks. This powerful reminder from John tells us not to be afraid of the wickedness and hostility that surrounds us, nor should we be overwhelmed by the problems that we face. Evil can often appear to be far more powerful than we are. But John assures us that in the end, God has triumphed. The Holy Spirit, who dwells in us, has far more power than Satan and all temptations of evil. In Jesus Christ, we are equipped with all the authority and protection we need to deal with anything that demons throw at us. Like John's readers, we are of God. We are born of God. No matter what you face today, you’re not alone, and you can overcome it with the power of God in your heart, for He is greater than he is in the world!
Psalms 91:4
He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.
Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalms 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Psalms 18:30
As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the LORD is tried: he is a buckler to all those that trust in him.