Every obstacle that the devil throws in our path must be conquered in order for us to progress. We must pursue God's holy Presence with strong, fearless commitment!

In a pavilion, You shall shelter them from the machinations of men; You shall hide them from the conflict of tongues. In Psalm 31:20, the psalmist declares:

Nothing should be kept a secret, not even your own narcissistic desires, old grudges, or unforgiveness. Keep asking the Holy Spirit for a spirit of repentance and confessing every fault He brings to your attention. Make every attempt to pursue God fervently, relentlessly, and moment-by-moment. Do not take the urgency of the hour lightly. God's kingdom must be the most important thing you focus on in your life.

To begin with, though, your focus should be on God's kingdom and righteousness, and everything else will be given to you. (See Matthew 6:33)