Date: Sunday, 16th November 2025
Text: Ephesians 6:10
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
The word of God warns us that the devil moves about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8). This paints the picture of life as a spiritual jungle where the survival of the fittest prevails. Just as predators target the weak among the prey, so the enemy targets those who are spiritually faint, distracted, lukewarm, or weary. Weakness in the realm of the spirit is costly; it can expose a believer to unnecessary battles and losses.
The world in which we live is described in scripture as “the habitation of cruelty,” for it is written, “Have respect unto the covenant: for the dark places of the earth are full of the habitations of cruelty.” — Psalm 74:20. We are surrounded daily by unseen forces, wickedness in high places, arrows that fly by day, and terrors that walk in darkness (Ephesians 6:12, Psalm 91:5). In such an environment, spiritual weakness is not an option; it is a risk.
You cannot afford to be fragile in your walk with God. The spiritually weak are easily discouraged, easily deceived, easily defeated, and easily devoured. But the strong in the Lord are shielded, empowered, discerning, and unshakable.
Strength in the Lord does not come from physical energy or human wisdom; it comes from being rooted in His Word, filled with His Spirit, and anchored in His presence. “The Lord is my strength and my shield… and I am helped.” — Psalm 28:7.
Sitting on the fence is dangerous. Neutrality is not safety. You must be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might (Ephesians 6:10). When you stand strong in Him, no weapon formed against you shall prosper, no adversary shall prevail, and no darkness shall swallow your destiny. Divine strength fortifies your spirit, strengthens your resolve, and positions you above the battles of life.
Prayer Nugget: Father, by Your Spirit, empower me to stand firm, resist the enemy, and prevail in every battle of life in Jesus name.