In a world dominated by falsehood and deception, the church stands as the unshakable pillar and ground of truth. This is a spiritual warfare for the salvation of human souls, where those who fight for truth are pitted against those who oppose it. The struggle encompasses the realm of God's ideas, thoughts, and decisions that shape people's lives.
Satan's ultimate aim is to distract and lead people astray from God, and he seeks to achieve this by attacking the church, the target of his ire, the pillar and ground of truth. His strategy is to separate believers from God, turning their love towards other things and away from their Creator. To prevent this from happening, believers must remain steadfast in their love for God, putting Him first above all else.
By loving God with all their hearts, souls, and minds, believers will not be swayed by the allure of worldly pleasures, false gods, or selfish desires. This is the key to defeating Satan in the spiritual warfare. When God is at the center of our lives, we are shielded from Satan's attacks, and we can stand firm against his schemes. The church's strength lies in its love for God, and by holding fast to this love, we can overcome the father of lies, hate, and deception.
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00:00 The Church Is At The Center Of Spiritual Warfare
05:35 The Need To Understand The Church
12:49 God's Helps Us Shine With Truth
18:40 The Root Of Falling Away
27:04 The Enemy's Target |
