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 Scripture teaches that followers of Jesus are called to fight, but not the way the world fights. The primary battles are spiritual and internal, and the way we “fight” people is often by refusing to retaliate and trusting God to act instead.[1][2][5]1. Different kinds of “fighting” in ScriptureThe Bible speaks of several kinds of conflict.[1]Physical warfare: Israel’s soldiers fought real enemies in battles (for example Joshua 8, 1 Samuel 17).[1]Personal conflict: quarrels, arguments, and divisions between people (James 4:1–3; 2 Corinthians 7:5).[4][1]Spiritual warfare: believers fighting against Satan, sin, and false teaching (Ephesians 6:12; Jude 1:3; 1 Timothy 6:12).[3][5][1]God fighting for His people: “The Lord will fight for you” (Exodus 14:14; 2 Chronicles 20:15).[6][1]Whether fighting is right or wrong depends on what and who we are fighting, and whether we are aligned with God’s will.[1]2. The wrong way to fightScripture warns that most human fights come from sinful desires inside us.[4]James says quarrels come from “desires that battle within you,” from coveting and selfish motives.[4]Believers are told not to bicker, wrangle, or fight each other over worldly things, but to seek peace.[8][1]Jesus forbids personal revenge: “You have heard… ‘An eye for an eye’… But I tell you, don’t fight back against someone who wants to do harm to you.” (Matthew 5:38–39).[2]An example: when Peter struck the servant with a sword, Jesus told him to put it away, showing that violence is not the way His kingdom advances.[1]3. The right way to fightScripture does command a holy fight, aimed at the right enemy and fought in the right spirit.[5][3][1]Fight the good fight: Paul says, “Fight the good fight of the faith” and, at the end of his life, “I have fought the good fight.” (1 Timothy 6:12; 2 Timothy 4:7).[1]Fight spiritual enemies, not people: “Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against… spiritual forces of evil.” (Ephesians 6:12).[3][5]Contend for the faith: Jude tells believers to “earnestly contend for the faith” against false teaching.[1]This “fight” looks like perseverance in obedience, prayer, holiness, sound doctrine, and love, even under pressure.[5][3]4. How we fight: armor, attitude, and actionsScripture gives both equipment and posture for this fight.[5]God’s armor: Ephesians 6 describes truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God as our armor, with God’s Word as our offensive weapon.[5]Watchfulness and resistance: believers are to be sober and alert because the devil prowls like a roaring lion, and to resist him, standing firm in the faith (1 Peter 5:8–9).[3][5]Prayer and dependence: often the battle “belongs to the Lord,” and our part is to stand firm, trust, and obey while He fights for us (Exodus 14:13–14; 2 Chronicles 20:15).[6][5]So the biblical way to fight is active—resisting evil, standing firm in truth—yet deeply dependent, knowing God is the ultimate warrior for His people.[6][1]5. Fighting people vs. loving enemiesThe New Testament especially redirects our instinct to fight people.[2][1]Jesus teaches turning the other cheek and giving more than is demanded rather than striking back (Matthew 5:38–40).[2]Believers are called to pursue peace with others and handle conflict directly, gently, and with humility, rather than with violence or revenge (Hebrews 12:14; Matthew 18:15).[8][1]Christians are not told to rebel against government but to submit to authorities, recognizing Christ as the ultimate King (Romans 13:2; John 18:36).[1]So Scripture teaches us to fight sin, Satan, and falsehood; to let God fight for us; and, when it comes to people, to respond with humility, peacemaking, and sacrificial love rather than retaliation.[2][4][1]Sources[1] What does the Bible say about fighting? | GotQuestions.org https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-fighting.html[2] Matthew 5:38-40 ERV - Jesus Teaches About Fighting Back https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+5%3A38-40&version=ERV[3] How to Fight Your Battle God's Way - Joyce Meyer Ministries https://joycemeyer.org/Grow-Your-Faith/Articles/How-to-Fight-Your-Battle-Gods-Way[4] Conflict is Inevitable | James 4:1-12 - South Fellowship Church https://southfellowship.org/dailies/conflict-is-inevitable-james-41-12/[5] 5 Verses for Spiritual Battle - ONE&ALL Church https://www.oneandall.church/story/5-verses-for-spiritual-battle[6] The Lord Fights for Us! - Think Eternity https://thinke.org/blog/the-lord-fights-for-us[7] 5 Verses to Fight Against the Enemy - Hope Nation https://hopenation.org/5-verses-to-fight-against-the-enemy/[8] What Does the Bible Say About Fighting? - OpenBible.info https://www.openbible.info/topics/fighting[9] What is a bible verse about fight? - Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/SuffolkChristianChurch/posts/9273058996095924/Jesus did “fight,” but not in the usual human sense of ...
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