401 Days Saved - A Walk with Christ 

*Online Battles*

"For the preaching of the cross is to them that Perish foolishness; but onto us which are saved is it the power of God." 1 Corinthians 1:18 KJV 

Dealing with online battles and feeling persecution as a Christian? 

This week I have been studying and examining this very question and want to share some concepts on how to get through these online battles unharmed.

Check points to cover during conversation: 

1. Offer loving grace first. Allow the other person to share their beliefs and then show Mercy.

2. Test their spirit by asking them if they believe Jesus Christ came in the flesh and is of God. (Use 1 John 4:2 / to test the spirit). 

3. Share facts from biblical doctrine. This is how you will back up your thoughts and give proof that God shares the same values in the bible. We do not want to just rely on our own feelings but on how our feelings match up with the bible 

4. Try to help your opponent see your Christian perspective but after 3 times of sharing the bible then it is time to gracefully bow out of the argument. 

5. Before you leave offer a quick dab of gentleness and love as that is how unbelievers will recognize to whom we belong. 

6. Pray! Just like those who go to war when they come back they reanalyze all that had happened. In spiritual online warfare you must do the same. Think over the online battle you had. Re-read the threads, consult your elders of the church and then pray for your opponents spirit. Not only pray that their spirit awakens but also pray that you have learned something of great value to help you approach your next battle. 

The Challenge: 

In summary the next time you approach online spiritual warfare! Show Mercy, test the spirit, share biblical facts, 3 strikes then bow out, be gentle as a lamb and then reanalyze and pray!