Throw the First Punch

In this modern-day collection of our enemy's activities, learn to anticipate how Satan will attack and discern powerful techniques to preemptively fight against him. Learn to fight against the Devil. Through biblical examples and engaging stories from Beth Guckenberger's own life experiences, become equipped and encouraged to battle Satan with boldness and wisdom. “Throw the First Punch” will teach readers how to fight by: • Anticipating how Satan will attack spiritually, emotionally, and physically • Discerning specific techniques to preemptively fight against the Enemy • Understanding the limitations God has placed on the Enemy • Confidently engaging the power they have as co-heirs with Christ This resource teaches readers to draw up a spiritual combat plan and be prepared to enter into the battles of everyday life. Live in the power and freedom God created for you and throw the first punch! In this modern-day collection of our enemy's activities, learn to anticipate how Satan will attack and discern powerful techniques to preemptively fight against him. Contents About the Author Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Part I: Destroying the Devil's Work Chapter 1: He uses the same tricks over and over. Chapter 2: He can't win. The joke is on him. Chapter 3: God has the real power. Chapter 4: When it looks like we're surrounded, we're surrounded by Him. Chapter 5: God isn't afraid of entering dark places. Part II: The Scouting Report Chapter 6: Satan wants me oblivious. God wants me vigilant. Chapter 7: Satan wants me proud. God guides me to humility. Chapter 8: Satan wants me isolated. God made me for community. Chapter 9: Satan wants me selfish. God made me to serve. Chapter 10: Satan wants me discouraged. God emboldens me. Chapter 11: Satan wants me afraid. God makes me brave. Chapter 12: Satan wants me to feel lost. God never loses sight of me. Chapter 13: Satan wants to dim my light. God says, "Shine!" Chapter 14: Satan wants me too weary to fight back. God strengthens me. Chapter 15: Satan wants me judgmental and unaware of my own sin. God gives freedom. Chapter 16: Satan wants me numb. God wakes me up. Chapter 17: Satan wants me anxious. God is peace. Chapter 18: Satan wants to confuse my identity. God provides belonging. Chapter 19: Satan wants me distracted with pleasure. God is my Deliverer. Chapter 20: Satan wants me to feel shame. God redeems me. Chapter 21: Satan wants me ignorant to the Holy Spirit's power. God wants to introduce Himself to me. Chapter 22: Satan wants to mess with my body. God intervenes. Chapter 23: Satan wants me self-absorbed. God says, "Others first." Chapter 24: Satan wants me to build my own kingdom. God is the chief architect. Part III: Standing Strong Chapter 25: God is sovereign over Satan. Chapter 26: Hope is a rope. Conclusion: Sozo What's Next? Notes Bible Credits