LIVING A VICTORIOUS CHRISTIAN LIFE

The idea of living in victory may seem a little strange and far-fetched to some people, but it certainly is biblical. I John 5:4 says “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. ”

I think, first, we need to understand what victory is. Victory is not shouting, singing and dancing, jumping up and down-being Pentecostal. Though these are good in their place, they are not victory. Victory is living a life that is pleasing to God; it is defeating the enemies- sin, doubt, discouragement, and old habits. It is overcoming the obstacles that lie before us.

One must first decide that they want victory in their lives. You have to get tired of living in defeat. You have to get tired of sin before you will ever decide to overcome it. If we are not totally tired of our situation, we will never find enough energy or reason to change it. Therefore, it is first a decision of one’s will – to overcome that obstacle.

Then we must realize that the discourager will be at work. Satan and his workers are always out to discourage anyone that would overcome any of his works. We must be persistent in our efforts. Never, never give up! Also realize, if we are striving for godliness in our life, then God is for us and He will supply us with the strength and the power that it takes to overcome.

Faith is the key to power to overcome obstacles. It is also essential to please God. Hebrews tells us “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him”.
Our faith must be in Christ. Just to have faith, or to have faith in our faith will not help.
Simply knowing his presence in our life gives us the strength we need. Many times we fail, just because we forget that He is with us. Jesus said, “I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” If we remember in the times of temptation, or anger, that Jesus is right there with us, it would certainly change our actions.

The next time you are faced with an obstacle – turn to Christ and remember His presence, and you can overcome- by the strength that He supplies.