The Light of Christ Journey

Deliverance does not cancel the battle, as seen when the Egyptians pursue the Israelites after their escape. This is true for us today. When Pharaoh learned the Israelites had fled, he and his officials regretted it. They questioned, “What have we done, letting all those Israelite slaves get away?” Pharaoh then prepared his chariot, summoned his troops, and took 600 of Egypt’s best chariots along with other chariots, each with its commander.

The Lord hardened Pharaoh’s heart, prompting him to pursue the Israelites who had left in defiance. Pharaoh’s army, including horses, chariots, charioteers, and troops, chased the Israelites until they camped near Pi-hahiroth, across from Baal-zephon. Ref. Exodus 14:5-9.

This can be compared to a spiritual journey, especially for someone coming out of a false religion and who is now a believer in Jesus. Often, we assume Satan will release us easily or forget about us once we leave his domain. However, like Pharaoh chasing Israel, Satan continues to pursue us, trying to keep us on the edges of his influence and aiming to destroy us if possible. 

You Have Victory In Christ

 Our battle isn’t over because the pressure eases or circumstances improve. Instead, victory comes as Jesus walks with us through dark valleys and sits with us in times of trouble. Remember, you are victorious in Christ. Jesus has already won through His victory on the cross.

While God grants freedom from specific troubles like slavery or addiction, new challenges arise. The Christian walk involves ongoing reliance on Christ for daily strength, spiritual warfare, and finishing life’s race. 2 Timothy 4:⁷ I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful.^[1]

Our Battles Serve a Purpose

 Our spiritual battles serve a purpose as we rely on the Lord to sustain us and to bring us victory. As the Israelites were pursued by the Egyptians, they would not win this battle in their own strength. Throughout our lives, the Lord allows us to face times when we can do nothing but trust Him, and in His process. He can use unexpected things to draw us closer to Himself.

The challenging part is recognizing that He is in control and then surrendering to His sovereignty. Often, when difficulties emerge, we try to escape them as fast as possible. In doing so, we may unintentionally harm others or worsen the problem. Instead, we should rely on the Lord and turn to Him in times of struggle.

Unfortunately, coming to faith does not eliminate spiritual warfare. Satan continues to attack, hoping to intimidate and weaken us. Remember, trusting God means understanding that freedom does not mean the end of resistance but the assurance of victory. To learn why deliverance does not cancel the battle, listen here:

https://podpoint.com/light-of-christ-church-podcast/trusting-god-in-the-transition

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^[1] Tyndale House Publishers. (2015). Holy Bible: New Living Translation (2 Ti 4:7). Tyndale House Publishers.