Overcoming Power

Speaking of evil spirits, we read in 1 John 4:4, "You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world."  As Christians, we have the Spirit and the power of the risen Christ within us.

In our struggle "against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms" (Eph 6:12), we have the overcoming power of the presence of Christ, which means that we have nothing to fear from the Evil One or his minions. 

How is it then that we so often live in fear?  Why do we get so pressed down, feeling that we are under Satan's attack?  Why aren't we living bold lives, walking fearlessly in the Spirit?  Why aren't we aren't we excitedly engaging the Enemy, knowing that we are invested with overcoming power?

Could it be that we lack the faith that allows us to truly "Let go and let God" have control of our lives, that we shy away from fully trusting in Him?  Could it be that we try to operate on our own power instead of embracing the power of Christ within?  Could it be a faith problem?

If I walk in fear, how can I truly believe that God is walking with me, ready to protect and provide for me?  Is there anything too hard for God?  Is there any power to great for Him to overcome?  Why should we ever be afraid?  Even if we "walk through the valley of the shadow of death" itself, is there reason to fear since He is with us (see Ps 23)?

We have Overcoming Power residing within us. How about we start living like it, stepping out fearlessly and excitedly in faith as we face the worst Satan has to offer with the best God has given?  Jus' Askn.