CIRCUMSTANCES

CIRCUMSTANCES
We all know that life is a constant battle with circumstances. Some of them are beyond our control. We didn't ask for them. We don't know where they come from, but they are there.
Ever notice how some circumstances pop up at just the precise moment to deter us from doing something for the Lord. Just at Church time, or just as we were preparing to go on an errand of mercy.
These are NOT BY ACCIDENT. They are by DESIGN of the enemy of our souls.
They also serve as tests of our walk with God. They can cause us to GROW in God. They can also cause us to stalemate in our growth.
If the enemy of our souls ever learns that sudden circumstances will deter us from our goals in God-- there will be plenty of them, and at every occasion possible. Enemies will employ whatever methods will work.
A family feud just as we are arriving at Church service will effectively kill any positive effect the service might have on us. And, if you are supposed to have a part in the Ministry, you had about as well "hang it up" as far as doing any lasting good for the folks to whom you minister
If we WILL react to a neighborhood dispute, and develop an "attitude", we will have a generous supply of neighborhood trouble.
But, if we draw upon the Grace of God when our spouse or one of the kids is influenced from below just at Church time, the desired effect will have been thwarted.
"He that ruleth his own spirit--".
"A soft answer turneth away wrath."
If a devilish tactic ceases to produce the desired results, it will soon be abandoned. RESIST THE DEVIL AND HE WILL FLEE FROM YOU.
Overcome evil with good.