High Value Targets

A preacher once said, “One problem with churches today is that too much fuss is made of the devil, and another problem is that there’s not enough fuss made of the devil.”

There’s a lot of truth in that statement. Some Christians aggressively rebuke every stubbed toe, runny nose, and leaky roof as being the direct work of Satan himself. Clearly, that’s taking things too far.

But on the other hand, many believers never consider that they are embroiled in a real spiritual battle with a tempter who seeks to lead them astray and destroy them. They rationalize every trial with logic and reason, never considering the work of their adversary—the devil. Yet Peter warns that he’s not just a passive enemy; he’s a roaring lion, seeking to devour (wholly consume) your life and testimony.

If you’re a Christian, you are what the military calls a High Value Target in the eyes of Satan. You represent the light of Christ in a dark world, and he wants that light extinguished. He hates you. If he can capture you through sin and temptation, he can eat you alive with shame, depression, and disgrace. How many pastors, teachers, and televangelists have fallen in scandal—scattering entire ministries and wounding countless souls in the process?

Guard your heart—not with paranoia, but with vigilance. Walk in humility, prayer, and discernment. If the enemy gets through such defenses, God has allowed that. You’re not a victim, you’re a target in a spiritual battle. And remember this: The devil is powerful, but Christ in you is far greater. Let that truth be your confidence today.