The Rules of Engagement (2 Corinthians 10:3-4)

Rules of engagement define how the military will engage the enemy in battles and wars. It encompasses the terrain, the weapons, even the local traditions and beliefs. These rules are dynamic and change depending upon the enemy and nature of the encounter and mission.

For Christians and believers in Jesus Christ, God has given us His rules of engagement when we confront Satan, the enemy of our souls. And they are radically different from any earthly rules.

For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.
2 Corinthians 10:3-4 (ESV)

When I am faced with a conflict or a problem, I often fall back upon my skills, resources, or education, and this is wrong.  Before any action is taken, I need to acknowledge that my rules of engagement are God-given and not man-derived. God’s rules of engagement begin with my acknowledgment that I am utterly helplessness and completely dependent upon God. Only then, can He begin to equip me for battle.

God provides us with our weapons of war; they are the breastplate of righteousness, the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

God’s rules of engagement enable us to handle every battle we will have with Satan. And if we are obedient and faithfully follow these rules, we will always be victorious.

Love and trust the Lord; seek His will in your life.