Resistance: The opposition offered by one thing, force, etc.., to another.Within the Christian community when you see resistance to God by those who know Him it is usually called backsliding. The truth is that we all have some resistance to God's will for our lives. Seems like we all want more of what is good for us but not when it comes in the form of suffering or sacrifice. So if you are a Christian and struggling with the circumstances in your life, could you be resisting God's will? Could you be backsliding? It is hard to think of that if you are a believer. For those who are not believers, then you are just dealing with life and all its challenges. So good luck, if you believe in luck. But for those that believe, we must make faith our anchor in times of resistance. Anchors do not allow you to move. Backsliding an inch away from God is spiritually moving to another universe.
So let's see: Are we backsliders or rebellious to God? Some say being rebellious to God is worse than knowing Him and turning away from Him. It is for each individual to decide. Would you rather never know where you came from and live freely in ignorance for ever? Would you rather be enlightened that you are a citizen of a glorious kingdom and decide to set up residence in a sewer? Whether you are rebellious to God and never know Him or rejecting what you know and backsliding from God the results are the same. So fight all resistance with faith and do not move back. If you are strong enough then fight and move closer to Him. Let your faith be your anchor or your vehicle.
Posted by RC
