Spiritual growth is fueled by conflict. It's virtually impossible to become stronger without resistance. The spiritual battle that we must fight as Christians is not a choice, but a mandate. We must be knowledgeable and prepared to endure the hardships of Kingdom building. We are assured of victory, however. We fight in the strength of God, as we evolve from "victims" to "victors." Always remember, being in harm's way is essential to our spiritual growth. It promotes our trust in God. It helps us understand our futility in making it on our own. It enhances our faith and builds our character. We often discover important things about ourselves in the midst of our struggle. God is our commanding officer, who loves us dearly. He will keep us in times of travail. He will not leave us alone.