1 Corinthians 15:57, “But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Beware of victories. (Huh!) I love a victory. It means that things have gone right and are good. We have seen God work and we are on the mountain top. Life is great. So…why in the world am I putting a damper on this wonderful experience?
The truth is that during the time of victory we are the most vulnerable. When we are in a valley, we know who we have to depend on. We seek God’s face and direction. We are in constant communication with Him because we need and want His help and direction. But, in the time of victory we can become over confident. Self can run ahead of God.
Victories are wonderful. Rejoice in them and thank God for them, but remember it is only ONE battle won. There are more coming.
I know you think I am pouring water on your parade but I’m not. I’m not being negative and down in the mouth. I am being honest. It’s important to recall the victories in your life – they will give you the strength and encouragement to keep on keeping on; just don’t park on them.
1 Corinthians 15:58 goes on to say, “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” Life is full of battles and will continue to be so until the Lord takes us home. A good soldier rejoices in the battle won but then continues to be steadfast, unmoveble, and abounding in the work of the Lord as he moves on to the next one.
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