"He that understands the nature of true holiness must know that a Christian is a "person of war."
There are three fronts on which the Christian will fight throughout the course of their lives.
We must fight the flesh: "What and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The Spirit is willing, but the body is weak." (Mark 14:38)
We must fight the world: "Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God." (James 4:4)
We must fight the devil: "Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." (Eph 6:11)
A great military general once said, "In a time of war it is the worst mistake to underestimate your enemy, and try to make a little war."
(Holiness: Its Nature, Hindrances, Difficulties, and Roots R.C. Ryle)
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