Spiritual Strategy: How to Stay One Step Ahead of Satan

 

It is in Satan’s strategy to always try. He knows he will ultimately fail, but he keeps testing us—watching for our reactions. When we respond the way he hopes, he uses that as an entry point to gain a foothold in our lives.

Scripture tells us, “Surely they shall gather…” (Isaiah 54:15). That means Satan and his agents will surely come against us. But the verse doesn’t end there—it continues, “…but not by Me; whosoever shall gather together against thee shall fall for thy sake.” So even though he tries, every gathering that is not from the Lord will be scattered.

The devil is not omnipresent. What he does is set up structures and strategies that carry out his plans in his absence. That’s why he can seem to be in Mr. A’s house and Mr. B’s house at the same time—because of the systems he has in place.

But we serve a God who is the greatest strategist of all time. Just look at the lives of David and Joshua. Their God-given strategies always led them to victory in times of war.

So, what should we do when faced with repeated circles of demonic occurrences?

We must also build Godly strategies. We must be intentional—because as we grow spiritually, the enemy shifts his tactics to try to match our growth. He may come through familiar spirits, which often feel stronger than new ones, but they are not greater than our God, so the end point is same Failure.

The key is consistency:

• Be consistent in your prayer life.

• Walk and work in holiness.

• Renounce every ungodly altar and reject spiritual “toys” that seem harmless but are not of God.

• Continually pursue the Word of God. To live triumphantly, you must make God's word your favorite book.

Make it a habit to fan the flames of God’s presence in our lives. Read scripture daily. Pray. Obey every prompt from the Holy Spirit, because He never misleads. He doesn’t lie—not because He chooses not to, but because He is the Truth. There is no falsehood in Him.

Trust Him, and He will lead you into total deliverance.

Amen.

Stay revived!

God is Intentional.

How do you trade with a God who is intentional in every season and every point of His creatures’ existence? While God desires that we depend on Him for all our needs and allow Him shape our lives, He also wants us to ask deliberate questions and seek out His purpose for us.

That’s why He often places before us two parallels—two options. Though He gives us the freedom to choose, He lovingly beckons us to choose life. The all-seeing God already knows the end of every path we might take, yet He offers us the gift of choice.

It’s one thing to seek God’s counsel—are we truly willing to follow it?

When we let God plan our lives, He walks us through processes, stages, and seasons. But when we step outside His leading, we may face breaks. Still, the beauty of God is this: “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28). He meets us where we are and brings beauty even out of brokenness.

To walk with an intentional God, we must come with the right questions, posture, and intent. And when we grow weary, He has already made provision to strengthen us.

Even when we don’t have the answers or the right questions, if we submit our will to Him, He transforms our lives.

Go out today knowing God is fully invested in you. Man may judge you by your past choices, but when you come to God, He gives you new help and fresh mercy.

Stay Revived!

Fire built in a place of consistency.

Very recently, a close relative was microwaving when a cockroach suddenly ran out of the oven. It was unexpected, but it triggered a reflection: When we remain consistently on fire for the Lord, He causes the hidden things—things that shouldn't be within us—to be exposed and brought out.

In this moments  the Lord desires that we be honest with ourselves—honest enough to acknowledge what He reveals within us. But honesty alone is not enough; we must put strategies in place to ensure these things do not return and it is to be on fire always.

The fire of God represents many things. It can be:

• His Presence and His Glory – “The sight of the glory of the Lord was like a devouring fire…” (Exodus 24:17); “For the Lord your God is a consuming fire…” (Deuteronomy 4:24).
• His Judgment and Vengeance – “The Lord shall swallow them up in His wrath, and the fire shall devour them” (Psalm 21:9); “Neither their silver nor their gold shall be able to deliver them… the whole land shall be devoured by the fire of His jealousy” (Zephaniah 1:18).

The presence of God brings liberty—a freedom that cannot be known unless it has been truly encountered. When people say, “There is light at the end of the tunnel,” it’s often a sign of recognizing God’s presence in situatons that seems dark and his glory in form of a light at the e d of the tunnel. When we draw nearer to Him, He begins to release His presence in portions, preparing us to eventually walk in His fullness.

Yes, we may not fully know God until we meet Him in eternity, but He longs to reveal deeper dimensions of His glory to those who sincerely desire His presence to lead and guide them.

The fire of the Lord manifests in different ways:

• It can instruct—like when Moses encountered the burning bush.
• It can guide—as it did for the Israelites on their way to the Promised Land.
• It can purify, consume, or judge—depending on what God desires to accomplish.

God is Sovereign. His fire, His presence, His instructions—they all work together. When we begin to recognize that in Him is the beginning, then we also understand that He is the Author of fire itself; its purpose, power, and purity.

The enemy fears a man or woman who carries this fire, because he knows it has the power to consume, expose, sort, and judge.

So friends, pray. Ask the Holy Spirit—the greatest strategist—to help you encounter and sustain a consistent flow of God's fire in your life.

Stay revived!

Shalom Shalom – Uninterrupted Divine Peace

 

And may the Lord give you Shalom Shalom. A while back, I attended an online service, and this was their closing charge. I was familiar with hearing “shalom,” but the emphasis—"shalom shalom"—stood out. I thought it simply meant "peace upon peace," but when I searched deeper into the Hebrew meaning, I discovered it signifies complete, divine peace.

At every point in our lives, the enemy fashions his most potent weapon—unrest and distress—against us. I’ve noticed that whenever I dedicate time to bless the Lord and seek Him, I often face situations that challenge my peace of mind. In those moments, rather than focusing on God, my attention shifts to the very things trying to rob my peace.

That’s the enemy’s strategy: "Oh, she’s gaining strength in consecration—let’s take away her peace." It often starts subtly—a mistake, a misunderstanding, something not even your fault—yet it steals your focus and fills your day with distractions. Suddenly, instead of seeking God’s face for direction, your prayers become pleas for strength and calm.

He attacks our peace because with joy, we draw from the wells of salvation (Isaiah 12:3). And joy is tied to peace.

But today, choose to take the posture of Shalom Shalom. It’s not something we can create on our own—we’re up against the devices of the crafty—but we can draw divine peace from the Holy Spirit who dwells within us. Even when life feels chaotic and loud, we can fix our minds on God, because His Word says:

"You will keep him in perfect peace (shalom shalom), whose mind is stayed on You..."  

— Isaiah 26:3

Are you worried about meeting the needs of your home or family? God promises you divine peace. Even when the enemy throws bombs at your marriage, God is saying, "I will keep you in perfect peace—just focus on Me and My Word."

And as we face today’s pressures and anxieties, God says: "I’ve got a package you can access." It may not instantly end the sickness or the business crisis, but it provides a covering for your mental, emotional, and spiritual health—a covering of complete, divine peace.

May God’s Shalom Shalom be your compass in every aspect—body, mind, soul, and surroundings.

May these words be more than just a greeting. May they be the key that unlocks a door of blessing.

Stay Revived!