“The LORD will grant that the enemies who rise up against you will be defeated before you. They will come at you from one direction but flee from you in seven.” – Deuteronomy 28:7

Throughout the course of life, God will allow opposition. You’ll not only come across those who will befriend you, but you’ll also discover haters along the way. But know that you are equipped with the armor of the almighty God to stand firm against your enemies.

From time to time, you’ll run into critics and naysayers.  They may tell you that, you don’t have what it takes. They may point out your faults, failures and mistakes. But know that you can rise above your haters. You can overcome your critics.

Even when it seems like you’re losing the battle, know that in the end you’re going to come out stronger, wiser and better off than you were before. Know that with God, you’re a victor and not a victim. And in the end, you will win the war.

Your enemies are only stepping stones to bring you into the destiny God has for you. But know that you have the power of the Most High God, the creator of the universe, backing you up. And He says that you’re well able. You’re more than a conqueror. Just like the scripture says, the LORD will cause your enemies to be defeated before your face.

So don’t fear your enemies. No, God wants you to stand bold and courageous. You have everything you need to overcome them. Don’t let your haters become a threat to you, become a threat to your haters.

Here’s the thing, every hero has a villain. Every David has a Goliath. Every Batman has a Joker.  Every happy-ever-after has a sad story. Every victory has had some defeats. You’ll never get to the next level until you face your enemies. You can’t stand in victory until you’ve stood the opposition along the way.

Your enemies were strategically placed in your path not to defeat you, but to promote you. Don’t run from them. Do like David did and run towards your Goliath!

The scripture says if God is for you, no one can be a against you. When you have the power of the almighty God backing you up, you are the greatest threat to your enemies.

When your critics come your way and try to belittle you, declare that you’re blessed and highly favored by the almighty God. When they tell you you’re defeated, tell them that God’s Word says you’re an overcomer. If they try to curse you, boldly make a Deuteronomy 28:6 declaration: that you’ll be blessed coming in and bless going out. When you do so, you’ll experience God’s victory and favor more  than ever before as you charge forth on your journey of life!

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