00:00Understanding the battle behind the spiritual warfare. To understand the battle of spiritual
00:05warfare, we need to begin with acknowledging that we are in a war. Battles make up smaller
00:10components of the bigger picture. By definition, battles involve combat between two persons,
00:16between factions, between armies and they consist of any type of extended contest,
00:23struggle, or controversy. We are in a spiritual battle of some sort on a daily basis.
00:29In warfare, battles are fought on different fronts, for different reasons, and with varying
00:34degrees of intensity. The same is true in spiritual warfare. Our spiritual battles in
00:40warfare are real, even though we cannot physically see the attacker, but we can educate ourselves
00:47on how the battles are fought and how they impact our lives on a daily basis.
00:52How do we know that there is a spiritual realm? If we cannot see it, should we believe in it?
00:58Many believers and unbelievers today do not want to deal with a world we cannot see when the world
01:03we do see is hard enough to deal with. Before we can discuss the spiritual battle, we have to
01:09believe in the spiritual realm. We have a tendency to act like a two-year-old child who closes her
01:15eyes and places a blanket over her head, really believing that no one can see her because she
01:21cannot see them. Just because we cannot see the spiritual realm does not mean it is not there.
01:27Keith Green, a Christian songwriter, wrote,
01:30I used to have to sneak around, but now they just open their doors. No one's looking for my tricks
01:37because no one believes in me anymore. However, if we choose to ignore or not believe in the
01:43spiritual realm, we will find ourselves confused, frustrated, and quenching the peace that God has
01:49promised to each of us. The best defense is a strong offense. Just educating ourselves about
01:55the spiritual realm is half the fight, and God gives us everything else we need to be victorious
02:01with the other half. Spiritual warfare is a concept that involves us fighting against preternatural
02:06evil forces. These forces are based on the biblical belief in nevil spirits or demons that
02:12intervene in human affairs in various ways. The struggle against these forces is a persistent
02:18challenge in the life of every people. The devil, also known as Satan, is considered the adversary
02:24of God, and spiritual warfare has its roots in the rebellion of Satan and his angels against God
02:31when we pursue God. Engaging in spiritual warfare involves several practices and principles.
02:38Here are some ways to participate in this battle. 1. Prayer. Regularly pray for protection, guidance,
02:46and strength. Seek God's wisdom and discernment to recognize spiritual attacks.
02:522. Scripture. Study the Bible to understand God's promises, His character, and the authority
02:58given to believers. Use relevant verses to combat negative thoughts and temptations.
03:043. Armor of God, Ephesians 6. 1018 describes the spiritual armor truth. Righteousness,
03:12peace, faith, salvation, and the word of God put on this armor daily.
03:184. Renew your mind. Romans 12-2 encourages us to renew our minds,
03:24replace negative thoughts with God's truth and focus on His goodness.
03:295. Resist the enemy. James 4-7 says, Submit yourselves therefore to God, resist the devil,
03:37and he will flee from you. Stand firm against evil influences.
03:416. Fasting. Fasting helps strengthen your spirit and draws you closer to God.
03:48It can be a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. 7. Community. Connect with other believers,
03:55pray together, encourage one another, and hold each other accountable. Remember that spiritual
04:01warfare is not about physical combat but about aligning your heart, mind, and actions with God's
04:08truth. Distinguishing between spiritual attacks and everyday challenges can be tricky,
04:13but here are some pointers. 1. Source. Consider the origin. Everyday
04:20challenges often arise from natural circumstances, while spiritual attacks come from malevolent
04:26forces. 2. Intensity. Spiritual attacks may feel more intense, overwhelming, or persistent. They
04:34can affect your emotions, thoughts, and physical well-being. 3. Patterns. Look for patterns. If
04:41negative events consistently follow moments of spiritual growth or prayer, it might be an attack.
04:484. Discernment. Pray for discernment. Ask God to reveal the source behind your struggles.
04:555. Peace. God's peace transcends challenges. If you feel an unusual peace despite difficulties,
05:02it might not be a spiritual attack. 6. Remember. Seeking guidance from trusted
05:08spiritual mentors or pastors can provide valuable insights. We will now review and discuss what the
05:15Bible says regarding these areas, who is the God of this age, the seven king spirits, 13 prince
05:22spirits, the rulers of darkness, the principalities, the powers, and wicked spirits. We will learn how
05:29to apply the scriptures to our personal lives to bring victory over these battles. It begins with
05:35learning the truth of God's word and dispelling the lies of the enemy. To continue in this subject,
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05:45Who is the God of this Age?
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