Sunday Blogvotional: Satan's Real Goal

When it comes to a spiritual battle many believe that Satan's whole goal is to "convert us" if you will.  To get us to turn away from God and to follow him.  Unfortunately this view causes many Christians to stop thinking of the devil as a threat because they're confident they'll never turn away from God.

The devil isn't dumb, though.  He knows some will never turn away from God but that doesn't mean he's not a threat. You see, he isn't necessarily trying to "turn" us.  He's trying to neutralize us.  All he has to do is distract us - to keep us caught up in the trials or joys of life that we forget our purpose. 

When we take our eyes off the real battle, he's essentially taken us out of the game.  One less warrior on the field keeping him from winning the next battle.  If he can render us ineffective Christians, he has more power and more freedom to influence the world as he sees fit.   

But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent's cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ. 2 Corinthians 11:3

Encouragement for the week:  Pray everyday when you wake up that your eyes will be open to see how Satan is trying to distract you.  Pray against it.  You are not meant simply to exist - you have a purpose.  Don't let yourself be taken out of the fight.