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SPIRITUAL WARFARE

In Christ, we already have victory in every battle we face. Though our situations or circumstances may sometimes overwhelm us, we must remember that our challenges can be spiritual, not just tangible, mental, or emotional. Our emotions are very real, but they aren’t our final say. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world's darkness, and the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." It’s important to remember we’re not just fighting against tangible things, so the way we fight looks different than how we would in the world.

Despite these challenges, we need not fear, as we walk in the victory of Jesus Christ, who conquered death through His resurrection! We exercise our authority in Christ through the power of prayer and worship to fight our spiritual battles. By surrendering our worries and fears to God, we place our confidence in Him. Prayer is our first response, not our last resort — we pray about everything! Equipped with the Holy Spirit, prayer, and the Word of God, we find scriptures of truth to fight back in the Spirit, pushing forward the will of God.

Application/ Reflection:

1. What battles are you facing now that you need to bring to God, and where have you already experienced victory?
2. How can you pray against spiritual warfare in the lives of those around you?

Prayer:

Lord, I repent for the times I've sought earthly solutions to spiritual problems. I pray that You sharpen my discernment in spiritual matters. Heighten my awareness of spiritual attacks and the resources You have equipped me with to fight and win these battles. Thank You that no weapon formed against me shall prosper! I ask for Your intervention on my behalf and on behalf of my loved ones. I pray against any attack of the enemy over my mind, health, and spirit. I claim victory and protection in Jesus' name. Amen.