Our biggest mistakes cn often happen in the early stage of a trial or problem because it catches us off guard. Surprise is one of the devil’s favourite weapons, so here are four winning strategies we can use when we’re under⁰ attack: 1) Don’t panic. Live by the Scripture, ‘Be still, and know that I am God’ (Psalm 46:10 KJV). That means God is present, fully aware of the situation, and has a solution. Just be sensitive and responsive to the voice of His Spirit within you (see John 16:13). Remember, time is on your side. Patience is a weapon that forces truth and motives to the surface. 2) Analyse it. Solomon said, ‘In the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider’ (Ecclesiastes 7:14 KJV). Sometimes what looks like a crisis is just concentrated information. And when you take time to analyse it, you benefit from it. 3) Seek advice. ‘Without good direction, people lose their way; the more wise counsel you follow, the better your chances’ (Proverbs 11:14 MSG). Ignorance is your enemy and instruction is your friend. Somebody somewhere knows something you need to know; something that can help you get through and even succeed during a painful chapter in your life. Reach out to them. 4) Expect God to move. ‘When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him.’ Adversity is often the Enemy’s reaction to your progress. So be joyful; your heavenly Father’s eyes are on you today. He is pleased with you, and He is going to bring you through this victoriously.
