May 30, 2025

BELIEVERS' WATCHFULNESS

Apst. Emmanuel Osezele

KEY TEXT: 1 PETER 5:8 KJV: “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.”

Believers in Christ are not called to a life of passivity, but one of alertness and discernment. Watchfulness is a critical virtue for every child of God, especially in these perilous times. The enemy seeks every opportunity to deceive, distract, and destroy. Spiritual vigilance is the believer’s shield against such attacks. MATTHEW 26:41

To be watchful is to live with spiritual sensitivity—attuned to God’s voice, alert to the devil’s schemes, and ready for the return of Christ. A careless believer easily falls into temptation, while a watchful one walks in victory and divine direction. EPHESIANS 6:11-13

Watchfulness is also an act of love. It shows we care for our souls and the souls of others. We cannot afford to sleep spiritually when the world is growing darker. MARK 13:37

APPLICATION:

• STAY ALERT IN PRAYER: Make prayer a daily practice to stay spiritually sharp and connected to God.
• DISCERN YOUR ENVIRONMENT: Ask God for spiritual eyes to see beyond the physical and recognize the enemy's tactics.
• LIVE READY: Expect Christ’s return at any moment. Let your lifestyle reflect readiness and holiness. “Therefore let us not sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober.” – 1 THESSALONIANS 5:6

PRAYER:

Lord Jesus Christ, awaken my spirit to live in constant watchfulness. Help me to be sensitive to Your leading and strong against the enemy’s devices. Keep me ready for Your return, and use me to encourage others in vigilance and truth, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen.

REFLECTION:

LUKE 21:36 KJV: “Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things... and to stand before the Son of man.”