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  SATANIC DIVERSION
  by A.W. Tozer
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Summary: Satan often uses subtle means to divert Christians from their
purpose, but we must stay focused and take action to fulfill our vision
from God.

Topics: "Spiritual Warfare", "Focus on God's Purpose"
Scripture References: Nehemiah 2:17

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A.W. Tozer emphasizes the subtle tactics of Satan in diverting
Christians from their God-given tasks, highlighting how distractions can
lead believers away from their divine purpose. He illustrates this
through the story of Nehemiah, who, despite his initial sorrow, took
action to fulfill God's vision for Jerusalem. Nehemiah's determination
and the collective resolve of the people to rebuild serve as a powerful
reminder of the importance of staying focused on God's calling amidst
distractions.

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Failing in his frontal attacks upon the child of God, Satan often turns
to more subtle means of achieving his evil purpose. He resorts to
devious methods in his attempt to divert the Christian from carrying out
the task God has committed to him. He often succeeds by involving the
saint in some other lesser occupation and so distracting him.

Nehemiah, the good, rose up from his weeping to do something about a
vision God had laid on his heart. Under divine providence, he was soon
transported from Shushan to his beloved city, Jerusalem, armed with
authority and equipped with materials to rebuild the ruined city.

When Nehemiah?s purpose and plans were made known to the men of
Jerusalem, they raised the determined shout, Let us rise up and build.

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/aw-tozer/satanic-diversion/
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