Faith

RESISTANCE is Victory

by Jermaine Woodall
11/19/24
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Dear Fellow Saints,

I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

In 1 Peter 5:8-9, the Apostle Peter gives us a powerful command: “Be **sober**, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. #Resist him, steadfast in the faith.”

My fellow saints, #resistance is not just about enduring; it is #victory in the life of a believer. The place where we can successfully #resist the devil is in faith. It is **in faith** that we find the strength to push back against the enemy’s attacks. Faith is our place of refuge and our ground for battle. Outside of faith, we are weak, but when we remain **in faith**, we are fortified and able to withstand every scheme of the adversary.

Peter also urges us to be **sober**. This is more than staying free from substances that dull our minds—it’s about freeing ourselves from the worldly intoxications that can blur our focus. Titles, recognition, and people’s praise can all become traps. The enemy uses these to shift our attention away from Christ and toward self-exaltation, but when we are #sober, we see clearly. We recognize these distractions for what they are and refuse to be ensnared by them.

Being **in faith** means keeping our hearts and minds aligned with God’s will, refusing to let the world’s praises or temptations pull us away. **In faith**, we stay grounded, knowing that our strength comes not from human accolades or our own achievements, but from Christ alone.

So, my fellow saints, I encourage you today: **Resist** the devil, but know that your place of **resistance** is **in faith**. **In faith**, we find the strength to remain vigilant and sober. **In faith**, we stay focused on Jesus. **In faith**, we have already won the victory. 

Stay strong, stay sober, and remain **in faith**, for **resistance** is truly **victory**.

With love and steadfast faith,  

Pst. JK. Woodall, Ph.D.