5-Day Devotional - Day Four

Two Kingdoms: Light & Darkness—Part One Pastor Paul Stieb Day 4: Overcoming Through Faith Devotional Life's battles can sometimes feel overwhelming. Difficulties such as health challenges, relationship struggles, and financial pressure make us wonder if we're fighting a losing battle. But as believers, we have a powerful tool: faith that overcomes the world. What does it mean to overcome through faith? It means we don't face our challenges alone or in our own strength. We face them with the conviction that Jesus has already won the ultimate victory. We stand firm in the knowledge that the One who lives in us is greater than any force we encounter. This isn't blind optimism; it's confidence based on God's promises. When we truly believe Jesus is the Son of God—not just intellectually, but with our whole heart—we tap into a power that transcends our circumstances. Faith sees beyond current struggles to the reality of God's Kingdom. It refuses to be defined by temporary setbacks because it's anchored in eternal victory. Faith declares, "This situation may look impossible, but my God specializes in the impossible!" Whatever you're facing, approach it with overcoming faith. Don't shrink back in fear or doubt. Stand tall in the confidence that, through Christ, you are more than a conqueror. Bible Verse "For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Who is he who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?" - 1 John 5:4-5 Reflection Question What situation in your life requires you to exercise faith rather than fear? Quote "The Holy Spirit can guide you and help you overcome anything that comes against you. So do not fear, but operate in faith—faith in the One who saved you from the pits of hell and says you can have heaven on earth today." Prayer Lord Jesus, strengthen my faith today. Help me see challenges through Your eyes, and remember that You've already secured the victory. I choose to walk in overcoming faith, not fear. Thank You that the greater One lives in me. In Your mighty name, amen.