September 16, 2026
FIGHTING CHURCH
And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 16:18-19
The Church of Christ is a fighting church. It must fight with the authority of the word of God against internal and external enemies. However, it is not alone. The mighty hand of the Lord is the protection for his own. Jesus prays for us that our faith may not fail and be extinguished (Luke 22:32). This is a matter of serious prayer. It is important for the Christians and churches who have lived a secure life to be vigilant in carrying the cross of the church and keeping the commandments, instructions and promises of the word of God. Churches that have adapted to the values of the world are called dead churches; they no longer exist.
The text is from Juha Vähäsarja’s devotional book “Every Day You Comfort Us”.
Translation Jari Vähäsarja.
© Juha Vähäsarja
