The Kingdom advances

No matter what we see or don't see, God's Kingdom advances. I have been so aware that the only was satan advances is by lies and intimidation. Once you understand that, many battles are won. I have been reading a lot in 2 Kings 18, where we see Jerusalem surrounded by heathen, threatening death and violence. The Jews turn to God, and God kills 185,000 of the Assyrian soldiers in one night. The enemy was routed. The king returned home and was assassinated. The message - don't mess with the Almighty. Don't insult Him or His chosen ones. If you do, you will die in this world or the next. Is God nice? Yes and no. To people in any situation which can be redeemed and used for good, He is merciful and compassionate. To those who reject Him, in the words of the song, "Whatcha gonna do when He comes for you?" Scream in terror of course, but it will be too late.