"I've Seen This Before". Lessons To Turn Stumbling Blocks Into Stepping Stones
It has taken me a long time to realize that every enemy you are facing is not sent to destroy you. Some enemies are actually sent to help to point you in the direction of the Real Battle. You are wrestling against Flesh and Blood, when you should be wrestling spiritual warfare. Too many people are fighting Spiritual Warfare with un-spiritual weapons. The Problem you are having in your marriage is not a problem between your Husband and you, It's a Spiritual Battle. The issue you are having on your Job is spiritual warfare. The issue in your Family is Spiritual warfare. And you need to know the Fruits of the Spirit to Overcome this Spiritual Battle.
"^ For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places." Ephesians 6:12
"For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;" 2 Corinthians 10:4
How do you know if you are under spiritual attack? There are some common signs: * A lack of peace * A cloud of confusion * An onslaught of various troubles * Increased conflict and tension in healthy relationships * Increased temptation and luring towards sin * Feelings of overwhelming despair, darkness, and fear
The good news is that the battle between good and evil is already won. Jesus has defeated the Enemy! Through Christ and his word, you have a whole arsenal of tools that you can use when you feel the onset of spiritual warfare in our lives
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Pray: God of Mercy, God of Love Let your presence rest on me. Let your spirit fill me. When I feel like giving up Give me your divine and comforting peace. I want your confidence To press on in the most uncertain times, In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
Scripture for Meditation
Ephesians 6:18 (KJV) — "Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints."
Beloved, prayer is not just a religious exercise—it is your primary weapon in spiritual warfare. When you feel that cloud of confusion or that lack of peace settling over your marriage or your family, do not reach for your words first; reach for your knees first. Prayer positions you to see the real enemy, not the flesh-and-blood person standing before you.
Philippians 4:6-7 (NKJV) — "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
Family, notice what Paul promises: the peace of God will guard your hearts. That means peace is a sentinel, a protector. When despair and fear come knocking at your door during relational conflict, God's peace—accessed through thanksgiving and prayer—stands watch over your mind. That is not weakness; that is power.
1 Peter 5:8-9 (KJV) — "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world."
You are not alone in this battle, and you are not the first to face it. Countless believers have stood in that same place of conflict and confusion. Your steadfastness in faith is not just for you—it is a testimony to others that the enemy's roar has no real power over those anchored in Christ.
Walking It Out
First: Today, identify one relationship where you feel tension or conflict. Before you speak another word to that person, spend fifteen minutes in prayer. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal what is spiritual about this battle, not just relational. Write down what He shows you. This shifts your warfare from the flesh to the Spirit.
Second: Declare the Fruit of the Spirit over that relationship. Speak aloud—yes, out loud—"I choose love. I choose joy. I choose peace. I choose patience. I choose kindness." Speak it daily until your heart aligns with your words. Spiritual weapons are activated by your mouth and your faith working together.
Third: This week, find one other believer and pray together over the situation. There is authority in agreement. James 5:16 tells us the fervent prayer of the righteous avails much. Do not carry this battle alone; let the body of Christ stand with you in intercession.
A Prayer for You
Father, I thank You that the battle I am facing is not mine to fight alone. I confess that I have been wrestling with flesh and blood when my real war is spiritual. Open my eyes to see the principalities and powers working behind the scenes in my relationships, and give me disc
About the Author
Rev. Nicholas S. Richards is an ordained minister, author of Destiny DNA, and founder of ROHO. For over 11 years, he has written more than 6,000 daily devotionals reaching believers worldwide. Learn more about Rev. Richards.