The word “stand” actually has several meanings: to continue, remain, hold, prevail, and persist. The Amplified version of the Bible really brings this verse to light. It reads:
“…and having done all [the crisis demands], to stand [firmly in your place]” (Eph. 6:13).
I like associating with people that will not give up, give in, or give out. These kinds of people have what I call “Pit-Bull faith,” or a spirit of determination.
Let me explain how I came up with this term.
I once heard the story of a man who owned a Pit-Bull puppy. This man would get his motorcycle friends together and take up bets on the “determination” of his puppy.
He would take a Frisbee, get the dog to grab hold of it, then take the Frisbee and swing it around his head—with the dog still attached! One final swing, and he would launch the dog and Frisbee combination into the air.
When they hit the ground, guess what? The dog and the Frisbee were still one! Now, the man did all this before he got saved, but when all was said and done, the dog ended up with the Frisbee.
In contrast to the Pit-Bull, there is another type of dog I have noticed. This kind of dog barks so much that you would think it had a hold of something big. But in reality, the only thing this dog had was a loud bark. I call this “Chihuahua faith!”
You can believe and confess what God has promised you, but if you don’t remain steadfast, unmovable and always abounding until the promise is fulfilled in your life, then your labor is wasted (1 Cor. 15:58).
Remember, “Winners never quit and quitters never win.” Hold on tight to the promises of God, and be determined to win!
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Todd and Wendy Bailey have ministered in hundreds of churches worldwide, proclaiming the Word of God. His book entitled, The Power of Choice has been a blessing to believers nationwide. Many lives have been changed through the simple truths conveyed in his book. Todd is a graduate of New Life Bible School “Special School of Ministry” in Cleveland, Tennessee, RHEMA Bible Training Center in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Life Christian University in Tampa, Florida. Todd and Wendy’s ministry has experienced a multitude of decisions for salvation, instant manifestation of healings, and help to people through the working of the Gifts of the Spirit.
Todd has the ability to obtain truths from the Word of God, presenting them with a delightful humor in a simple, yet powerful manner by the anointing of the Holy Spirit.
Wendy has been a featured writer on www.cfaith.com, writing articles to uplift and encourage both believers and the unchurched She is also an anointed minister of song and the Word. She is an active participant in the local church, serving on the worship team and audio/visual.
Todd and Wendy have a heart to minister the Word of God to bring change in the lives of people, to preach the Good News to the lost, and to reach the nations with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Todd and Wendy’s travels have taken them to fifteen nations on five continents. They have also ministered in Bible Schools in twelve nations.
Together, Todd and Wendy make a powerful team reaching both the World and Body of Christ with the Gospel of Jesus Christ