Blessed Assurance Undergirding Us
On top of outright trying of our commitment is added the machinations of that “roaring lion” (1Pe 5:8). He seeks to devour us and, at all costs, stop us and leave us choking short of the goal. But we have more than a coach or cheerleader working in our behalf and a blessed assurance undergirding us knowing that Jesus is for us. No matter what presses against us and no matter how determined the opposition is, our Lord is going before us in resurrection victory and in intercession: “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has demanded {permission} to sift you like wheat; 32 BUT I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers” (Lk 22:31-32, NAS).
(This is the sixth excerpt from Marty Gabler’s article “Too Late“ which was published in SEEC Magazine -Volume 4 Issue 5 [Marty and Kathy’s ministry magazine]. More excerpts will be posted Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Previous excerpts may be read by scrolling down this page.)
Melissa Gabler is speaking at the Kingdom Equipping Congress.
KEC2016 March 2-4, 2016
Audio excerpt Melissa at KEC: http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2014-02-24T20_55_32-08_00
More Info on KEC2016: martygabler.com/kec2016/
No Longer Fixating
We meditate on God’s will, His original intent for this earth. We stop fixating on the enemy’s war around us by realizing his war has intensified because he is feeling the pressure of this never-ending Kingdom in Luke 1. We turn our thoughts toward that powerful fact. We engage in power, love, and a sound mind by dumping fear-thoughts that have wreaked havoc (2 Timothy 1:7). This is all possible in our lifetime! “Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce, and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. Keep your guard up. You’re not the only one plunged into these hard times. It’s the same with Christians all over the world. So keep a firm grip on the faith. The suffering won’t last forever. It won’t be long before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ—eternal and glorious plans they are!—will have you put together and on your feet for good. He gets the last word; yes, He does.” (1 Peter 5:8-11, The Message)
(This is the last excerpt from Melissa Gabler’s article “Change-Agents“ which was published in SEEC Magazine [Marty and Kathy’s ministry magazine]. More excerpts will be posted Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Previous excerpts may be read by scrolling down this page.)
SEEC Ministries International (Marty and Kathy)
9th Annual Kingdom Equipping Congress
March 2-4, 2016 * NO FEE
Click on link for info and updates:
https://martygabler.com/kec2016/
Keep Awake
Watching documentaries on TV about special forces, it is apparent that those soldiers go about their daily business in a very watchful manner. They are constantly looking about for anything that might possibly be a trap or a detriment to their mission. Eyes are constantly moving to discover an IED, a trip 
wire or even an Infra Red beam that might set off an explosive. Those warriors remain vigilant or they pay a heavy price. That is likely the reason they walk out alive.
Concerning matters of our soul and our mandate, we must be vigilant. Peter urged believers to be sober and vigilant. Vigilant means “to keep awake; to watch.” I believe the urgency of the message calls for us to think along the lines of “always” or even “constantly” because there is an enemy intent on our destruction. But we shall keep awake and watch… all day, every day that we not be taken in a trap.
“Be well balanced (temperate, sober of mind), be vigilant and cautious at all times; for that enemy of yours, the devil, roams around like a lion roaring [in fierce hunger], seeking someone to seize upon and devour.” (1Pe.5:8, Amp)
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“I have held back the enemy by My Hand.”
In this 2min. Audio file, Marty Gabler brings and encouraging word.
http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2013-09-04T13_06_15-07_00
“He is putting gates in your fences.”
In this 3min. audio file, Kathy Gabler brings an encouraging word.
http://martygabler.podomatic.com/entry/2013-09-04T13_14_04-07_00
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