Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

This week, I was reminded that faith is a fight—a real battle, not a walk through a peaceful garden. Paul told Timothy to “fight the good fight of the faith,” and I feel that in my bones. We’re up against three fierce enemies: the devil, the world, and our own sinful nature. The devil wants to devour me, not just mess with me. The world pushes lies that sound comforting but pull me away from Christ. And my own heart? It’s often the most rebellious of all. But Paul’s encouragement is clear: fight with the good confession. That means speaking truth—God’s truth. Saying the same thing God says about sin, grace, and who Jesus is. That’s what Jesus did before Pilate, and that’s what I’m called to do now. So this Holy Week, I’m standing firm, confessing that Jesus is the Son of God, crucified and risen for me. The fight is real—but so is the victory. And with Christ, I know I win.