Ephesians 6; 10-18 "Finally, be strong in the Lord and the strength of his might. Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers of this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefor take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand the evil day, and having done all, stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness..."
For the past year, my husband Randy has been dealing with a very difficult person through his job. Very early on, our son and I cautioned Randy to be wary of...let's call him "Kevin", for he did not ever seem genuine to us. We both discerned, just from overhearing some of the conversations between the two, that Kevin was not to be trusted. While my husband, who always likes to give people the benefit of the doubt, would counter with, "You guys don't know him, he is actually a good guy," all we could see was a master manipulator. Sadly, it turns out that we were correct in this observation. Just today, even though my husband no longer works for the same company, Kevin was soundly maligning Randy by bringing both his work ethic and character into question. Why? Why do some people make it their entire mission in life to hurt others? This man does not claim a relationship with Jesus, and it unfortunately shows. I know my husband tried to be a witness to him, and has turned the other cheek so many times he is figuratively bloodied and bruised. Satan has used Kevin to try to literally ruin my husband's reputation and career. Thankfully, the God we serve has overcome the world, and He protected my sweet, hard working husband from all forms of slander and libel.
Tonight, after my husband had a wonderfully successful day, Kevin felt he had to give him one last very public jab. However, even though he wants nothing but Randy's destruction, he could not steal his joy. Randy knew that God guided him and gave him clarity for a critical inspection that occurred today, and he is feeling nothing but grateful. Despite Kevin's best efforts, Randy is thriving in his new position. It is true that the more devoted to our Lord we become, the more the forces of darkness try to destroy us. Being in prayer and reading God's Word is critical to be a warrior in this current world. It was providential that my husband and son read about putting on the full armor of God while doing their devotions last evening. I truly believe it is these kinds of Bible verses that keep our focus on God, and help us to seek His strength in the battle. The more we purposely go vertical, focusing on God's will and way for our life, the more joy and peace we will feel even when the slings and arrows come. To God be the glory.
The Voice of Truth - Casting Crowns
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cKm_mYVPQE
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Bravo to Randy for standing firm in His faith and not wavering. To God be the glory and then some. "Kevin" will have his own reckoning some day for the ill he has caused others. God sees the faithful and rejoices.
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