Day 21: Deliver Us
“And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” — Luke 11:4 (NKJV)
Jesus ends the Lord’s Prayer with a reminder we often forget: we are in a real spiritual battle. Not everything we face is just circumstance, stress, or coincidence. There is an enemy who seeks to distract, deceive, discourage, and divide. That’s why Jesus teaches us to pray for deliverance.
Notice what He doesn’t say. He doesn’t teach us to pray, “Help us be strong enough.” He teaches us to pray, “Deliver us.” This prayer acknowledges our dependence on God’s protection and guidance. It’s an admission that we need His leading, not just our willpower.
Temptation doesn't usually start big. More often, it comes quietly—through compromise, offense, bitterness, or discouragement. The enemy’s goal is not always to destroy us outright, but to slowly pull us away from intimacy with God. That’s why this prayer matters so much.
When we ask God to deliver us, we are inviting His wisdom to guide our steps and His power to guard our hearts. We are trusting Him to lead us away from traps we may not even see yet. Deliverance isn’t just about being set free from something—it’s about being protected as we move forward.
As these 21 days come to a close, remember this: the same God who forgives you is the God who keeps you. You don’t walk into what’s next alone.
Ask God today to protect your heart, your mind, and your relationships. Pray for discernment to recognize temptation early and the strength to walk in freedom. Trust God to lead you forward with wisdom and grace.
Take a moment to reflect:
Where do you most need God’s protection and guidance in this season of your life? How can you stay spiritually attentive as you move forward from these 21 days?
Jesus ends the Lord’s Prayer with a reminder we often forget: we are in a real spiritual battle. Not everything we face is just circumstance, stress, or coincidence. There is an enemy who seeks to distract, deceive, discourage, and divide. That’s why Jesus teaches us to pray for deliverance.
Notice what He doesn’t say. He doesn’t teach us to pray, “Help us be strong enough.” He teaches us to pray, “Deliver us.” This prayer acknowledges our dependence on God’s protection and guidance. It’s an admission that we need His leading, not just our willpower.
Temptation doesn't usually start big. More often, it comes quietly—through compromise, offense, bitterness, or discouragement. The enemy’s goal is not always to destroy us outright, but to slowly pull us away from intimacy with God. That’s why this prayer matters so much.
When we ask God to deliver us, we are inviting His wisdom to guide our steps and His power to guard our hearts. We are trusting Him to lead us away from traps we may not even see yet. Deliverance isn’t just about being set free from something—it’s about being protected as we move forward.
As these 21 days come to a close, remember this: the same God who forgives you is the God who keeps you. You don’t walk into what’s next alone.
Ask God today to protect your heart, your mind, and your relationships. Pray for discernment to recognize temptation early and the strength to walk in freedom. Trust God to lead you forward with wisdom and grace.
Take a moment to reflect:
Where do you most need God’s protection and guidance in this season of your life? How can you stay spiritually attentive as you move forward from these 21 days?
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