Oppose
Do you ever experience conflict? While the Bible does not advocate strife, the nature of humanity seems to make it inevitable. Sinful human nature is resistant to the will of God. God opposes those who rebel against him. What is more, our sinful desires often spark internal conflict with the Spirit of God, who resides in us. Sadly, opposition can also come from within the church.

The Bible affirms, however, that it is pointless to oppose God because he will always overcome in the end. This gives us confidence as his people, who face a variety of opponents. God will be with us whenever we face opponents - even our internal ones.

God opposes the proud.
James 4:6
Psalm 138:6
It is useless to oppose God.
1 Samuel 2:9-10
Jeremiah 50:24
2 Thessalonians 2:1-8
God's people can expect to encounter opposition.
Numbers 16:1-3
Luke 11:53-54
Acts 18:1-6
1 Thessalonians 2:1-2
2 Timothy 4:15
God will help us overcome our opponents.
Psalm 55:16-19
Isaiah 41:10-12
Philippians 1:27-28
God's people must oppose wrong teaching.
Galatians 2:11-14
2 Timothy 2:24-26