In the face of opposition and difficulty, we must decide to fight, but not by flesh, by the Spirit.

Further Scripture
Ephesians 6:12, 1 Peter 5:8, Proverbs 28:15, John 10:10, Luke 21:19, Psalm 40:1-5, James 4:7, Galatians 5:1, Romans 5:1-5

Apply The Word
Do you battle in your own strength or in the Spirit? Do you stand on God’s Word when there’s a spiritual battle? Read the key passage about Shammah’s battle in 2 Samuel, and then read some of the New Testament scripture above about fighting in the Spirit (including Ephesians 6:12, James 4:7, Luke 21:19). Take these scriptures and compare them to your consistency and approach to difficulties in your life. Make note of anything you need to change in your spiritual steadiness, consistency, and finding strength in the Lord.