Pulling Down Strongholds

“For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh, for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but divinely powerful or the destruction of fortresses. We are destroying speculations and every lofty thing raised up against the knowledge of God, and we are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ, and we are ready to punish all disobedience, whenever your obedience is complete.” 2 Cor. 10:3-6

You may not be all that familiar with the terminology, but you can probably grasp the idea of what is meant by a “spiritual stronghold.” Briefly, it is some sin or debilitating habit which has a hold on your life - a hold which you are powerless to break. Because of a stronghold, you slip into or yield to temptation. Satan has a stronghold (a fortress) in your life.

In an effort to do all you can to protect your family, honestly look at your life and identify and obvious satanic strongholds. Are all areas of your life surrendered to and guided by the Holy Spirit?

Why be concerned about one little stronghold? Like a warring tyrant, Satan is never satisfied with less than complete dominance. His one little “toehold” today can easily become a monstrous stronghold tomorrow.

If you have honestly identified a stronghold in your life, what do you do? Our Scripture reading for today teaches that “the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but divinely powerful for the destruction of fortresses” (verse 4).

Satan is conquered by the name of Jesus, the blood of Jesus, and by the word of Jesus. In Him, you have victory.

Thought of the Day:
Stronghold = An area of weakness in your life that has never been fully surrendered to Christ.