The Fight of Faith

"Do not gloat over me, my enemies! For though I fall, I will rise again." Micah 7:8 NLT

Have you ever lost a battle you know you could have won had you just applied yourself? I have...many times! This week in fact.

I woke up feeling defeated and a little discouraged. The Lord began talking with me about the fight of faith, and the importance of choosing our battles wisely. We won't win every fight--I know that seems contradictory to Romans 8:37 which says "Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." Yet, I think God promises us ultimate victory--not easy victories in every one of life's struggles.

I think our experiences prove this out! I haven't lost my faith; but I have learned to pick my battles...and sit out the occasional conflict. Especially if I am feeling weak or isolated. I do not want to enter a battle in this weakened state or all alone. Nor should you...

If you need strength for a battle—or the wisdom to know if you should sit this one out—leave a comment and we'll pray for you!