Awareness

Jehoshaphat walked in the way of Asa his father, and didn't turn aside from it, doing that which was right in the eyes of Yahweh. However the high places were not taken away; neither as yet had the people set their hearts to the God of their fathers.

2 Chronicles 20:32,33

In our walk with God, we can become "comfortable" and mistake it for His peace. It's a dangerous place to be. It removes us from a state of being diligent in protecting our minds, families, and spiritual surroundings. When looking at 2 Chronicles 20:33, we see God lead His people to another victory. However, even though they knew God granted them success, the heart of the people never really shifted. Instead of releasing their lives to His direction and design, they stayed in the comfort of mediocrity.

This kind of comfort with our surroundings can make us targets, and we can lose everything in one moment of ease. The enemy never stops watching us, always waiting for the opportunity to catch us off guard. It's as if everyone is inside just watching television or on their phones as the enemy lingers outside the window, waiting to enter. He knows that He will catch you off guard because you are unprepared. You are comfortable. He knows we may leave a window open or a door unlocked. At that point, he slides in stealthily and attacks.

Don't let comfort ease you into a feeling of complacency. Always stand guard. Use your weapons of praise, prayer, and worship.

Pray and ask God to show you any areas where you might have gotten too comfortable. Then, if you find some, ask Him what you can do to fortify those entry points into your life.