Are You Under Attack or Under Construction? How to Tell the Difference

How to Respond in Each Season

If You’re Under Spiritual Attack:

1. Pray with authority
   Speak the Word of God out loud. Rebuke the enemy in Jesus’ name. You have authority through Christ.

2. Cling to community
   Don’t isolate. Reach out to trusted believers who can pray for you, speak truth, and offer perspective.

3. Put on the armor of God
   God equips you with everything you need to stand firm.

4. Fast and worship
   Fasting sharpens your spirit. Worship shifts the atmosphere.

If You’re Under Spiritual Construction:

1. Lean into surrender
   Don’t resist what God is doing. Say yes to the uncomfortable refining process.

2. Stay consistent in spiritual disciplines
   Read the Word. Pray even when it feels dry. These habits sustain you through the building season.

3. Keep a journal
   Record what God is showing you. Look back to see how far you’ve come.

4. Thank God in advance
   Praise Him for the fruit that’s coming, even before you see it.

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