The Battlefield

Sometimes enterprise is an adventure. Right now it’s a battlefield, full of obstacles and even casualties. The bolder the enterprise, the greater the obstacles we are likely to face.

More dangerous than the obstacles imposed by this viral enemy are the obstacles found within ourselves: discouragement, fear, doubt in our own abilities, temptation to compromise. 

Which is your biggest internal battlefield? Know it, anticipate it and step steadily through it to the other side. Yes, there is another side. Don't let the obstacles stop you. 

What spiritual weapons and armor do you most need for the battle ahead? 

  • Truth

  • Peace

  • Faith

Take them with you into battle.

"The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. 

On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds."

2 Corinthians 10:4

Step Strong!

Denial of the reality of evil is naive.

Action Idea 

Name the external and internal obstacles on your battlefield. 

Questions for Reflection and Journaling

  1. Which door does the enemy use to enter your life? 

  2. Where do you find encouragement to take the next steps in your journey?


During the 2008 Recession, Sam wrote a devotional about his experiences, called 40 Profound Concepts . He is now adapting these thoughts as they relate to our current global health crisis.