“He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by Him and FOR Him.” (Colossians 1:15-16)
I’ve been impressed recently about the subject of “spiritual warfare”. Paul mentions our spiritual struggle in Ephesians 6, beginning in verse 10. He tells us that we “need to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power…so that we can take our stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms”. If these rulers, authorities and powers were created FOR GOD, then God must have a loving plan even in using them, even for our good. I’ve never thought much about that before.
When Satan tempts me, or evil forces attack me, GOD HAS A PLAN FOR MY GOOD. The temptation is NOT good, but God has a plan for my good. The evil spirits can only do what God allows. Praise God.
When I experience temptation, no matter how hard or difficult, God has a plan for my good in that situation. I think that we should look for God’s plan in every circumstance and temptation. What is God teaching me? What does He want me to learn? How can I be stronger or more ready for the challenges of life? What verses, insights, skills, attitudes should I learn or develop? James tells us that “trials” are for our good and blessing. He tells us to rejoice because the testing of our faith helps us to become mature. (James 1:2-4) We need to rejoice even in the midst of the toughest trials because He has a plan for our good. Don’t focus on the devil or the hardship.
God’s plan is perfect. Thank you, Lord.