The world’s ways can quickly become our ways. The relentless temptations from Satan will indeed become acceptable to us unless we have the Holy Spirit living inside us. Jesus reminds us that the world is under the principalities and powers of the Prince of Darkness. If we are not living the kingdom life, then we are under the Dark Side’s influence. The dark sided principles presented by Satan and his army become the norm and cause us to believe that we are in control of our own lives. We never want to arrive at a place where Satan’s temptations become an acceptable standard for which to live.
Scripture Readings
Reflection Questions
- What did you take away from today’s reflection and scripture readings?
- How do you handle temptation in your life?
- What behavior do you find unacceptable and unwilling to address?
- Do you believe Satan is real?
- Do you believe the world is under the principalities and powers of this world?
- Who is your accountability partner? Do you share your temptations with them?
Prayer
Lord, I know You never tempt us; our temptations are born from within. Please forgive me of sin, and allow the Holy Spirit to replace my spirit, so I can be free from the wages of sin and the influence of the principalities and powers that rule this world in which we live. In Your Spirit and Name, I pray these things. Amen.
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