What are godly ways to stay strong in the Lord and go forward?

Question

Satan is a pig and all he cares about is himself and He is also a swine who would tear anyone to pieces. See Matthew 7:6

My family and I have been attacked b/c we are going on a mission tour and certain "occurances" happened today just when we needed them the least.

Years ago I would cry and curse and blame God and say life is not fair.

But I as well as my family want to go forward in our walk and mature.

What are some of the ways you stand against the enemy? How has God delivered you? If you are going through a tough time now, what has helped you cope?

THe "pig" never takes a day off or a vacation he does his "work 24/7/365.

I know God has a purpose but we all want to go forwards not backwards.

I hae faith that God is going to do gra things through the adversities,

I ask that you pray before posting and thank you and God bless you. Encourager4God

Answer 1

Start out by keeping the lines of communication open. Talk to Him constantly, as though He were your best friend that never leaves your side, which He is. Little things matter, and you'll notice yourself finding more and more things to talk openly with Him about. Start out with things like, "nice sunset, God." Work your way up as it becomes natural to do this.

Thank Him for everything - even the things that you don't understand, because you know He's got a reason for it or a direction to head you from it, and He intends only the best for you.

Find the places in the Bible that teach you how to empower yourself against Satan - you have incredible power at your disposal, and that is the Blood of Jesus and the Name of Jesus. Satan CANNOT withstand those weapons. Learn about them and use them, that's why they were given to you.

Letting Satan and the stunts he pulls get to you is just giving him power over you. Don't waste your time and energy even bothering to be angry at him, it saps both your strength and your faith, which is one of his goals. His intent is to distract you from what God wants you doing.

Hope this helps, darlin. God Bless you in your journey.

Answer 2

1. Ask forgiveness for blaming and cursing God.
2. Put on the armor of God (Ephesians 6:12-17)
3. Be aware of the devil's plan (2 Corinthians 2:11)
4. Read the Word daily (Matthew 6:11)
5. Ask to be filled daily with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18)
6. Draw near to God, He will draw near to you (James 4:8)
7. Be still and know that I AM God. (Psalm 46:10)
8. Test the spirits (1 John 4:1-3) Not all voices come from God.
Rest assured, He provides a way out. Jesus used Scripture against the devil in the desert. If it worked then, it will work now.

Answer 3

Ah Yes That is very true. I have been through that scenario myself and By reading HIS WORD daily and meditating on it as much of day and night as possible really has helped me tremendously. This is it if we don't pass this test we have all eternity to regret it. GOD is all power, and the devil can only steal our power that GOD has given us and use against us if we operate in fear. GOD'S power is activated by FAITH and we must guard our hearts and dwell on the positive things to remain in joy. See GOD doesn't want HIS Heaven turned to hell and eternity is a long time to stay positive so the opposition is the strengthening wind to the trees.satan has been stripped of power he has no power,do not turn yours over to him to use against you. However as Christians we need to realize that this life is only for spiritual development,not to keep up with the Jone's. The fact is we were born to die so it makes extremely no sense to indulge and get deep rooted in something that will end in probably 80 yrs. or less,does it? Just think about that sun GOD made that never explodes,never sends off a huge solar flare propelling it at us or out of orbit.Yeah, HE is Extremely Awesome! May God Bless

Answer 4

Oh goodness.... what happened? Did you meet a muslim? Did he say that his god said that he has to kill you because you believe in the wrong god? Did the two of you get into a shouting match in the middle of the street? Did he pull out a sword and threaten to cut off your head? Or was it a jew? Did you meet a jew? Did he tell you to quit thumping that bible and leave him the hell alone? Oh dear... you met someone who wasn't on the same page in your fairy tale life... wasn't reading the same book... had a different opinion... so you've decided that the devil is at work?

Screw that... live and let live... I'm sick and tired of all the fighting going on in the world because one group of people think that their god is better than the other groups god. There have been far too many people killed in the name of god. Personally... I'd rather you all shut the hell up and leave people alone.

Answer 5

Persevere in prayer, asking God to turn the enemy's attacks into blessings for you and your family, that your hearts may be uplifted and that you may exalt His blessed Name and glorify His Kingdom.

Psalm 46:1-3
1 God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.
2 Therefore we will not fear,
Even though the earth be removed,
And though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;
3 Though its waters roar and be troubled,
Though the mountains shake with its swelling.

God bless you and your family!

Answer 6

Love everyone, treat them as you would if they were God himself and if someone is in need of anything, give it to them even if you need it because God will not let you be without when you really need something, have faith and trust in God and ask him for guidance, that is the best way to serve God and to get through anything that is happening, do not become angry, love your enemies, pray for them and always treat people with dignity and respect.

Answer 7

In Ephesians Chapter 6, Paul saids that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against spirits, principalities, powers of darkness.
We are dealing with a spiritual battle. At the start of each day, cover yourself with the armour of God. Are you running into battle, without armour? Put on the and gird your loins with the belt of truth, put on the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the gospel of peace, the helmet of Salvation or of hope, the Shield of Faith ( which you can quench ALL of the fiery darts of the wicked one) and the sword of the Spirit (which is the word of God). Usually I tell God that I am putting on each piece of armour in my daily prayer - in the name of Jesus of course. - Faith, a mustard seed is tiny, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, .... nothing shall be impossible for you. ( I think this scripture is in Matthew), don't have my bible in front of me. Memorize scripture. Keep the sword in your heart(mind), you may end up without a bible, if you are persecuted. Also (this is what I do as well, each day- is to plead the blood over oneself, from head to toe, spirit, soul and body. - This may be weird, strange to your ears, trust me, I went to bible school. I am born again, Charismatic, Evengelical. Singing helps to get rid of the devil. When it comes to you praising God, he can't stand it. Verify it with others, don't just take my word for it. James chapter 3v1 says not many should be teachers, for they will be judged more strictly. So, that means, I better know what I teach to others. Know the word, pray. God bless, See you in Heaven.
P.S. If you could spend an entire day with one Christian only in heaven, and say there were only 1 million Christians, it would take you a million days to meet them all, translate those days to years and you get somewhere around 3,000. Do the will of God. Agape - Mark

Answer 8

Stoning witches? I know he likes that.
We're you talking about Zues, Mithra or Yahweh? Oh, no matter, I also know that he needs help with chariots of Iron. Perhaps you can think of a way to defeat chariots of iron for him. And he's said to like child sacrifices. The story of Jephthah's daughter is recorded in the eleventh chapter of Judges, beginning with verse 29: Take a look at it.

Answer 9

Steadfastness involves standing strong in the midst of trials. When I am going through a hard time I pray and I ask God to get me through it with a better understanding of who he is. We aren't supposed to be suprised by the trials that come. They are there to make us stronger.

“We also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character hope.” - Romans 5:3-4 NIV

Hope this encourages you!!

Answer 10

Just love god how ever you do this whatever you call it.

Trust in this.

I ask I recieve. I am not religous christian mormon protestant or anything but I know that which I call god is with me when i need.

you dont need to have faith when you have instinct.

That is what my god(not jesus's father, or yahweh, or iehova, or allah) gives me will and instinct