“And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write: The One who has the sharp two-edged sword says this: ‘I know where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is; and you hold fast My name, and did not deny My faith even in the days of Antipas, My witness, My faithful one, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells” (Revelation 2:12-13).
The title “Satan” means one opposed to God, usually in reference to the devil. There are many who are opposed to God and we are to learn how to stand firm and hold fast against those who would tempt us to not follow the Lord. Do not be swayed, but even to the point of death, hold fast to the truth. Live and even die for the truth. Living and dying for a lie is absolute foolishness.
Lord, help me to see clearly that holding fast to You is not hard, but the only alternative there is in this foolish and hate-filled world. Guide me in Your goodness to know that in You is all hope and only in You is there life. Help me to learn how to be Your witness and faithful no matter the cost. Even though Satan be in this age and all around me, yet I do have the gift of Your grace to persevere.
Lord Jesus, You went to Your death, even a death upon the cross, to free those who would receive You, learn to love You and become like You. Guide me this day to live into the life You have promised me. Teach me to always hold fast to Your goodness and mercy. May I be a true witness of Your goodness in this messed up world. In You, Lord, I can do all things. Help me to do what You know I need to do. Amen.
