I like to reflect on my “old” pre-saved mind set to see how much less I rely on this world, and how much more I am comforted and blessed in Him. Old is quoted for I still revert back to the “pleasure” of this world even knowing it’s incomparable to the joy I find in Him. It’s hard to keep you mind clear and pure, when the devil has so many advocates and tools at his disposal, but with the strength of Christ it is more than possible. The world and the minds of men have been corrupted by the workings of evil. When you do not do the will of God you are doing the bidding of Satan. So when you do not trust in the Lord when you doubt Him you bring the evil one joy. Doubting as a mention in my post "Note" is natural and will happen, but let us not prolong the Devil's joy by not asking for God's help, in ridding the doubt.
What I think might bring the Devil even more joy is when you do not trust in the Lord our savior. Similar to doubting only your thoughts are followed with actions or lack thereof. E.g. You don't trust Him and so you sin or a topic of spiritual matters comes up and instead of confessing your savior, trusting His word [So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.] 1 Corinthians 15:58 you tell yourself that your words will come up useless, so you keep the saving knowledge of salvation to yourself. By not trusting in the Lord and by not giving them the message of salvation they might not join you in Heaven forever and ever. I ask you what would bring the Devil more joy than keeping a lost soul lost? Once you are saved you will still need Him and you are foolish if you think you can be holy without His strength and help.
[How foolish can you be? After starting your Christian lives in the Spirit, why are you now trying to become perfect by your own human effort?] Galatians 3:3
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