I Don’t Fight, I Don’t Argue—I Pray, and That’s All I Need to Do

In a world rife with conflict, challenges, and spiritual battles, many think that fighting and arguing are the sole means to surmount obstacles. I did, I would find the truth in a matter and argue it down to the dust, because I knew I was right. Regardless of the way you felt, I had to have the last word and show you that my vast vocabulary and scholastic research was undeniable. Then the Holy Spirit stopped me and said, I speak to you in the tone of love, so say a prayer before you engage. After many trial and many more trials, I did and it worked. I spoke in love and that prayer showed the love of Jesus.

However, as believers, we possess a more powerful weapon—prayer. Through the words of Jesus Christ, prayer can move mountains, bring down walls, and thwart the enemy's strategies.

Prayer Moves Mountains

Jesus Himself taught that faith-filled prayer has the power to move mountains. Mark 11:23-24 (KJV) says, "For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith. Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them."

Mountains represent obstacles, hardships, and impossible situations. When we pray in faith, God responds by removing barriers that stand in our way. Instead of arguing or fighting, we can speak to our situations through prayer, trusting that God will make a way.

Prayer Causes Walls to Fall

Throughout history, prayer has caused walls—both physical and spiritual—to crumble. One of the greatest examples is the fall of Jericho. Joshua 6:20 (KJV) says, "So the people shouted when the priests blew with the trumpets: and it came to pass, when the people heard the sound of the trumpet, and the people shouted with a great shout, that the wall fell down flat."

The Israelites did not fight with weapons or argue with their enemies—they followed God’s instructions, prayed, and praised Him. Their obedience led to victory. In the same way, when we pray, strongholds in our lives collapse, and God opens doors that seemed impossible.

Prayer Defeats the Tactics of the Enemy

The enemy seeks to destroy, deceive, and discourage, but prayer is our defense. Ephesians 6:12 (KJV) reminds us, "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places."

Instead of engaging in arguments or physical battles, we fight in the spirit through prayer. James 5:16 (KJV) says, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." When we pray, we activate God’s power, and the enemy’s plans are destroyed.

Conclusion: Prayer Is the Ultimate Weapon

I don’t fight, I don’t argue—I pray, and that’s all I need to do. Prayer is not a last resort; it is the most powerful weapon we have. It moves mountains, causes walls to fall, and defeats the enemy’s tactics.

When we pray, we invite God into our battles, and He fights for us. Exodus 14:14 (KJV) says, "The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace." Instead of wasting energy on arguments and conflict, we can trust that God hears our prayers and will bring victory.

So, no matter what you face, pray. Speak the Word of Jesus Christ, believe in His promises, and watch as He moves in ways beyond your imagination. Prayer changes everything!

Dr. D. Devon Griffin, Author

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