By now, you’ve probably realized something:
The in-between isn’t just hard — it’s a battle.
It’s not simply waiting for God’s promises. It’s also resisting the enemy’s attacks while you wait.
- Attacks on your mind.
- Attacks on your confidence.
- Attacks on your identity.
- Attacks on your purpose.
The in-between is spiritual warfare.
Let’s talk about how you fight — and win.
The Enemy’s Strategy: Disarm, Distract, Destroy
The Bible is clear:
“For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world.” (Ephesians 6:12)
In the in-between, the enemy doesn’t usually show up in obvious ways. Instead, he whispers:
- Confusion — “You don’t know what you’re doing.”
- Impatience — “God’s forgotten you. Take control.”
- Doubt — “Maybe God never spoke after all.”
- Insecurity — “Who do you think you are?”
The goal? To disarm your faith, distract your focus, and destroy your forward progress.
The Good News: You’re Fully Equipped
The enemy has a strategy — but so does God.
“The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.” (2 Corinthians 10:4)
You are fully equipped for this fight.
Let’s get extremely practical.
The Pirate Dance: Reflect, Remind, Reset
If you’ve been listening to Coffee With Phil, you’ve heard me call this my “Pirate Dance.” (A little humour for a heavy topic; Arr, Arr, Arr.)
But make no mistake — this is serious spiritual warfare.
1️⃣ Reflect On What God Has Done
- List past victories.
- Journal answered prayers.
- Remember how God showed up before.
Why? Because what God has done is proof of what He can do again.
“I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.” (Psalm 77:11)
2️⃣ Remind Yourself Of What God Has Said
- Go back to the Word.
- Rehearse prophetic words.
- Declare God’s promises aloud.
Why? Because God’s Word does not expire.
“Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.” (Matthew 24:35)
3️⃣ Reset Yourself For Advance
- Release your need to control outcomes.
- Let go of your timeline.
- Position your heart for fresh trust.
Why? Because the in-between requires constant recalibration.
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3:5)
Use The Word As Your Sword
When the enemy came after Jesus in the wilderness (Luke 4), Jesus didn’t argue, negotiate, or explain. He simply said:
“It is written.”
Scripture is your greatest weapon.
- Speak it.
- Declare it.
- Stand on it.
When you wield God’s Word, the enemy cannot argue with it.
Don’t Fight Alone
You’re not designed to battle solo.
In the in-between, you need:
- Intercessors — people committed to pray for you daily.
- Armour bearers — trusted friends who carry your burdens.
- Spiritual counsel — leaders who can help you discern wisely.
Quick Recap: The Battle Plan
| Vulnerability | Enemy’s Attack | God’s Weapon |
|---|---|---|
| Confusion | Darkness | Revelation |
| Impatience | Control | Trust |
| Doubt | Fear | Faith |
| Insecurity | Identity Crisis | Sonship |
Coming Next: “5 Anchors For Thriving In The In-Between”
In Part 5, we’ll land this series by giving you five simple but powerful actions you can take today to stay grounded and strong in the in-between.
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