To Be Prepared to Defend Against the Devil’s Attacks
Lord Jesus,
You have made me free! I rejoice in the eternal freedom I have from the condemnation of sin and the fear of separation from you in death. Moreover, my freedom means that my enemies – Satan, the fallen world, and my own sinful flesh – no longer have complete control over me. While each of those enemies still threatens me, keep me diligently alert and aware of Satan’s schemes. His attacks are calculated, he has expert knowledge of my weaknesses, and he is relentless. Grant me vigilance to always be on guard and equip me with the Spirit’s armor to defend myself from every danger. Give me the discernment to avoid any circumstances that might give him the upper hand. Protect me from my own pride that could put me at risk of presuming I am strong enough to stand against him on my own. Finally, even when I fall, reassure me with the confidence of the victory I have in you that has already thoroughly defeated him.
In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.