The story of the Amalekites is one that I have looked at numerous times over the last several years. It is one of those teachings of scripture that has impacted me in a very personal way and continues to shape my daily battle to lay hold of that which Christ has made available; righteousness, holiness, and godliness. I am convinced that most of us have an Amalek; a battle that was thrown on us from a young age, maybe as a new believer, maybe as a child. A battle that we didn't ask for but find ourselves fighting in some capacity the rest of our lives.
This is a private battle, a life-long epic struggle to maintain authority over my own heart and life. The reality is that as long as I keep fighting, it becomes easier. I wise up to the enemies tactics, I am conditioned and healthy with energy to fight. However, as soon as I begin to concede, little by little; bit by bit the enemy gains strength and I lose mine.
In my observation, these epic battles are often fought in secret. The battles that we fight the longest, we tend to have the most shame associated with. But here is the deal, fighting in the dark is advantage to the enemy; fighting in the light is to our advantage. Provers 28:13 says "He who conceals his transgression will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will find compassion." Don't fight on the enemies terms, fight in the broad daylight of truth. The victory is available; so fight as if to win.
Fighting with you,
Aaron
