Nothing Significant

I have been reading a really good, really thought provoking book. It is titled "The Battlefield of the Mind." by Joyce Meyer. Very mind altering in the way that it makes you realize how many things that you think are a) truly not YOUR thoughts; and b) just plain wrong, and not in keeping with a God fearing spirit.

It has been a challenge to get through many of the chapters, in fact, I will have to read them again. Many times, I feel I am just plugging through. Many of the points that Joyce explains is that negative thoughts lead to negative actions. And negative thoughts are generally placed into your brain by Satan. This threw me for a loop.

I was not surprised to learn that Satan messes with people. That was a truth that I had long ago realized. However, I was under some mistaken impression that Satan could not get into our heads, but I am quickly learning I was wrong. For example, were you aware that worry, a simple thought pattern, is actually a sin? It is us, trying to take the place of God, of attempting to prove that we know more than he does.

So, while getting ready for work the other day, I was pondering this more. Why would Satan and all of his minions pick on me? I am nothing special, nothing significant to anyone. Simply put, I am pretty plain. Then it hit me, like a lightning bolt: That is step one. I almost dropped my curling iron.

You see, Satan is the master of baby steps. He rejoices in every small victory. He knows that for every negative thought that you believe, that is one less he will have to create in your mind. He knows that every thought is one more chip at your self worth, your postivie outlook, and even worse, your willingness to step out for the kingdom of God. While we as God's children are waiting for the pillar of lightning to guide us on our path, powers of darkness are at work, showing us where we are already unworthy.

And anyone is vulnerable. Especially those feeling insignificant. They may even be more at risk, already feeling that they provide no value. As far as Satan is concerned, that battle is in the tail end.

I challenge every one to take the baby steps back. God created babies, therefore, he created baby steps. Stop waiting for the pillar, look for the small bursts of light throughout your day.

"You are insignificant." Satan Whispers. Your response? "If I am, why are you even bothering? Obviously I know something."

"You can't do that, you aren't strong enough." Your response? "And who do you think you are? Didn't God crush your head with His heel? Back off."

"You should really worry about........." Your response? "Why? So you don't have to? That's a stupid reason. Besides, I already talked to Jesus about it today."

What? Where are you going buddy? Oh, did I say Jesus? That's right! I forgot you fear the name Jesus. I don't know why I keep name dropping Jesus like that, how rude. Go back where you came from. (Have to be a little smart alec, it is in my nature.)

So hopefully, I have shed some insight into your day, and you can go share it with others. Have a great week!