wrestling 101

Ephesians 6:12-13 (The Message)

This is no afternoon athletic contest that we'll walk away from and forget about in a couple of hours. This is for keeps, a life-or-death fight to the finish against the Devil and all his angels. Be prepared. You're up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it's all over but the shouting you'll still be on your feet.

I am reminded that i am powerless against the enemy when i fight in my own strength. i must put away childish things, including the notion that i am strong. Lord Jesus, Son of God, i come empty-handed to you today realizing that it is You that works in me. The power i experience must come in before it goes out.