Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Evangelism as Warfarism

 


Evangelism as Warfarism

"For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds.)"
2 Corinthians 10:3–4 (KJV)

When we think of evangelism, we often imagine sharing the Good News lovingly and gently — and rightly so. Yet, behind every soul that hears and receives the Gospel, a spiritual battle rages.
Evangelism is more than just conversation; it is warfare. It is an invasion of enemy territory, a rescue mission where captives are freed from darkness into the marvelous light of Christ.

Every time you declare the truth of Jesus, you challenge the lies that have taken root in people's hearts. Every prayer you pray for the lost, every seed of the Word you plant — these are acts of war against the powers of darkness.

This is why Paul reminds us: our weapons are not carnal. We do not fight with anger, pride, or human strength. We fight with truth, love, prayer, faith, righteousness, and the Word of God.
Through evangelism, strongholds are broken, chains are loosed, and lives are eternally transformed.

Today, God calls you to:

  • See your evangelism as a strategic, Spirit-led warfare operation.
  • Depend fully on God's power, not human wisdom.
  • Pray continually for those you are reaching — for evangelism is birthed in prayer and warfare.
  • Remain bold, knowing the victory is already won in Christ.

Prayer:

Lord, open my eyes to see evangelism as part of Your great spiritual battle. Empower me with boldness, wisdom, and love as I carry Your Gospel into the world. Let every stronghold fall at the sound of Your truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Further Scripture for Reflection:

  • Ephesians 6:12 — "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers..."
  • Matthew 16:18 — "And the gates of hell shall not prevail against it."
  • Luke 10:19 — "Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy..."

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