Being an Overcomer by Os Hillman
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By Os Hillman
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"I
have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you
will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33
"Why does it seem that those
involved in Christian enterprise find the way so hard? It seems as though it is
harder for those who are committed Christians in business. Have you found this
to be true?" This was the comment from a business associate recently. My
answer was a definite yes. In fact, if you were not a Christian and sought to
do a similar business without regard to maintaining a biblical philosophy, the
way would be much smoother sailing. It makes us think of the prophet who asked,
"Why do the wicked prosper?" (see Jer. 12:1)
The Way of the Cross is Paved with Grace
It is a spiritual principle of
which we speak. When the Israelites crossed the Jordan before they entered the
Promised Land, they fought only two battles. Then after they entered the
Promised Land, they fought 39 battles. The way of the cross is not paved with
lilies; it is paved with grace. When we seek to honor God in our business life,
we will be met with opposition from the spiritual forces of this world. This is
why each of us must commit ourselves to walking in the power of the Holy Spirit
and to be as gentle as doves but as wise as serpents.
Do not be surprised when you find
the way harder as a believer than when you were a non-believer. You now have
more at stake among the spiritual forces that desire you to be defeated and
ineffective.
Stand firm against the evil
forces that desire to keep you from walking in freedom in the Promised Land.
Jesus is your victory for every battle you will encounter. Call on His name.
Os Hillman
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"And the Lord said to Joshua, 'This day I will begin to exalt you in the sight of all Israel, that they may know that, as I was with Moses, so I will be with you.'"(Josh 3:7-8). Joshua had been a faithful number two man under Moses for 40 years. Can you imagine serving one man for 40 years? Now that is faithfulness! Even so, when the time came to pass the mantel to Joshua, God knew he needed to be elevated in the eyes of the people in order for Joshua to accomplish his purpose. That is the purpose for elevation - so that you and I can fulfill our purpose and our mission.
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"Then Elimelech, Naomi's husband, died; and she was left, and her two sons. Now they took wives of the women of Moab: the name of the one was Orpah, and the name of the other Ruth. And they dwelt there about ten years. Then both Mahlon and Chilion also died; so the woman survived her two sons and her husband." Ruth 1:3-5 Naomi's life was going well. A great husband. Two fine sons who had two wonderful wives. Then the unthinkable happened. Her husband died. A little time later both her sons die. Her and her daughter-in-laws find themselves in the midst of shattered dreams. This isn't how life was supposed to be.
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"While Peter was still thinking about the vision, the Spirit said to him, 'Simon, three men are looking for you. So get up and go downstairs. Do not hesitate to go with them, for I have sent them.'" Acts 10:19-20 Peter had never preached to the Gentiles. In fact, he believed it was against Jewish law to associate with the Gentiles. God needed to change Peter's attitude about this, so God gave Peter a vision that showed him it was permissible to preach to the Gentiles. The Spirit came to Peter and informed him that some men were about to come visit him, and he was to go with them. He went with them, and the Lord did great miracles in the lives of Gentiles through Peter.