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2 Corinthians 10

Satan seeks to blind minds to God’s light (4:3–6), fortify minds against God’s truth (vv. 1–6), and seduce minds from God’s love (11:1–4). Paul gives some practical counsel for victory in spiritual warfare.

Be Christhke (1). Boldness must be balanced with meekness, for God’s power is experienced in humility. Satan is our enemy, not people held by his power.

Use spiritual weapons (2–6). Paul may have had in mind Joshua’s victory at Jericho (Josh. 6) when the walls came down because of Israel’s faith. Read Ephesians 6:1–20, and be sure you are wearing the whole armor.

Keep your eyes on the Lord (7–11). That the Corinthians accused Paul of inconsistency gave Satan opportunity to work in their lives.

Accept the sphere of service God gives you (12–16). Every Christian soldier has a place to fill; if we are all following His orders, the church will win the battle.

Seek God’s glory alone (17–18). How can we boast in victories that God alone can give? Paul quoted Jeremiah 9:24 to remind us where the glory belongs.

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