Once I was going through some tough situations and circumstances. As a Christian, I am aware that we are not to turn against people, because the real battle is in the unseen or spiritual realm.
"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." Ephesians 6:12
But I was magnifying my problems, which was actually giving the enemy more authority to move in my life. When I prayed and asked the Lord what to do, He simply said, "Stay close to me, they are afraid of me." I thought it was interesting. But you know what? Of course, He was right. It was not that He had ever gone away, but He knew my awareness of His presence had slipped as I magnified the works of the enemy coming against me. As I began to focus on Jesus, and bring my mind back into an awareness of His presence... the enemy began to flee in terror of the King.
"Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6
Today, if you are going through trials, no matter who or what they are dealing with; your marriage, friendships, life choices, children, finances, sickness, or even your relationship with the Lord... try practicing His presence. He is right there with you. The spiritual realm is more real than anything you can see or touch. As you begin to magnify the Lord, meditate on His presence and the fact that he loves you, He will begin to give you strength and courage. Not because you are powerful on your own, but because He is strong and powerful, He loves you, and He is right there with you.
