The enemy of our souls despises our childlike trust in the Father

When you think you've made a significant gain in the life of faith, prepare for a nasty blindsided counter-attack by the enemy. No stride forward in trust of Christ goes unopposed. To trust in Jesus is to paint a giant bull's eye on yourself which flashes, "Satan, attack here!" The enemy of our souls despises our childlike trust in the Father. The wounds of childhood are his opportune weapon to destroy our trust. This is a very complex and difficult battlefield. I would love to tell you I have overcome this enemy but I have not. His blistering accusations are brilliantly designed to exploit our sins; his arguments are seemingly bulletproof. Only the blood of Jesus, the Holy, Immaculate, sinless and all-powerful blood of Jesus Christ our Blessed Lord can overcome him. Jesus, keep me near the cross.

Originally posted 19 January 2014