Have you ever
noticed?
Every great story has a villain in it.
Or villains.
And I'm not just talking about comic stories like Batman.
... It doesn't matter if it's a crime story, adventure, comedy or romance... they all have a villain to overcome.
And the same is true with the story of your life.
In fact, the Bible identifies three villains -- or adversaries -- that are seeking to derail you.
... There's a world system with its values that are contrary to the
kingdom of God.
... There's your own fallen, fleshly nature that wants to live independently from God.
... And there's the devil himself, who would love to upend you in your resolve to follow God.
Together, these villains conspire to keep you from living out the Lord's design for your life.
But the good news is... Jesus has already defeated these villains.
And we share in His victory--and experience the kind of life story He intends for us--as we
continually submit ourselves to Him.