The Serpent's Bites by David Jeremiah

Friday, September 9

The Serpent’s Bites 

What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? 
Romans 8:31 

Recommended Reading Romans 8:31-39

Earlier this year, Molly DeLuca, 7, of Tampa, was playing outside her family’s home with their German Shepherd, Haus. Suddenly the dog reared up in alarm, ready to attack. A rattlesnake had slithered into the backyard, and Haus stood between the snake and Molly. The dog protected the child but was bitten three times and nearly died from the venom. As the story hit the airwaves, money poured in for Haus’ treatment. He’s expected to survive, though at this writing he’s still in considerable pain.

Life in this fallen world has painful moments for every living creature. But pain can be redemptive. It can help others. It can show others the love and grace of God. It can develop perseverance within us as we battle the old serpent, the devil, the source of suffering.

The problem of pain in life is alleviated when we don’t allow it to frustrate us or separate us from God’s love. Our Lord knows every wound, every attack, every tear; and His love is the antidote for the toxins of suffering. Don’t let your pain drive you from the Lord. Let it be redemptive.

We must learn to pray far more for spiritual victory than for protection from battle wounds.
Amy Carmichael