we live in a world where the forces of Good and Evil are in constant battle the Bible tells us in Ephesians 6:12 that we wrestle not against flesh and blood but against principalities against Powers against the rulers of the darkness of this world you may not always see it but the enemy Works through people sometimes even those closest to to us today I want to share with you seven signs that a demon may be using someone in your life sign number one constant Division and strife constant Division and strife are among the most powerful tools
the enemy uses to weaken individuals families churches and entire communities it is no surprise that where there is ongoing conflict there is often an unseen spiritual battle at work the Bible warns us that God is not the author of confusion but of Peace First Corinthians 14:33 yet there are people who seem to thrive in chaos stirring up tension wherever they go they cause disagreements between friends Drive wedges between family members and create division in places where Unity should be strongest this is not a coincidence the enemy knows that when people are divided they are weakened
a house that is divided against itself cannot stand some people create conflict through subtle means Whispering gossip behind closed doors planting seeds of doubt and twisting words to make others suspicious they do not always come with obvious hostility but with a quiet calculated effort to turn one person against another they take a offense easily and encourage others to do the same they interpret situations in the worst possible light and spread negativity to those who will listen they take joy in fueling arguments exaggerating offenses and making sure that past wounds are never healed this is not
just human nature it is spiritual warfare the enemy Works through those who allow themselves to be used feeding on Pride bitterness and unresolved anger others are more direct thriving on confrontation and division they are quick to anger slow to listen and unwilling to seek peace they enjoy proving others wrong dominating conversations and creating tension where none existed before instead of building relationships they destroy them instead of bringing people together they drive them apart this type of person is often found at the center of conflict moving from one argument to another Never Satisfied unless there is
Strife their words do not bring encouragement healing or wisdom but rather insults accusations and unnecessary drama the Bible warns us in Proverbs 16:28 a perverse person stirs up conflict and a gossip separates close friends the enemy Delights in this kind of behavior because it distracts people from God's truth keeping them entangled in anger resentment and distraction in families division can be especially damaging when a household is constantly filled with arguing resentment and unforgiveness it creates an environment where love and peace struggle to survive parents turn against children siblings resent one another and marriages crumble under
the weight of unresolved conflict this is exactly what the enemy wants if he can destroy the foundation of the family he can weaken generations to come he uses misunderstandings unkind words and wounded Pride to keep people from reconciling instead of forgiveness bitterness takes root instead of unity isolation grows this is why scripture emphasizes the importance of Peace within the home Colossians 3:13 urges us bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone forgive as the Lord forgave you but when someone refuses to let go of their pride
and continues to spread division they open themselves up to being used by the enemy even the church is not immune to this kind of attack many congregations have been torn apart because of personal grudges jealousy and power struggles the devil knows that a divided church is a weak church instead of focusing on spreading the gospel a church caught up in Conflict spends its energy on Petty arguments and internal strife some people come into the church not to worship but to criticize gossip and stir up controversy they take issue with leadership question every decision and turn
minor decision into major disputes this is not the spirit of God work but the enemy seeking to destroy what was meant to bring people closer to Christ Romans 16:17 gives us a clear warning I urge you brothers and sisters to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned keep away from them this pattern of conflict is no accident it is a deliberate strategy from the enemy to weaken relationships destroy unity and keep people trapped in a cycle of anger and offense many
do not realize they are being used but when someone consistently brings division instead of peace they are aligning themselves with Darkness instead of light a person who is constantly stirring up Strife is not just difficult to be around they are allowing themselves to be a vessel for Spiritual destruction sign number two deception and manipulation deception and manipulation are among the enemy's most dangerous weapons used to twist the truth distort reality and lead people away from righteousness from the very beginning Satan has operated through lies and deceit in the Garden of Eden he deceived Eve by
questioning God's word subtly twisting it to create doubt and confusion this same strategy is still used today through people who allow themselves to be influenced by Darkness whether they realize it or not they use deception to gain control manipulate others for selfish gain and lead people away from truth some individuals are skilled in deception able to present themselves as trustworthy while hiding their true intentions they tell partial truths omitting key details to create a false false impression they use persuasive words to gain trust only to betray it later they shift blame never taking responsibility for
their actions and always finding a way to justify their behavior manipulative people often use emotional tactics to control those around them they play the victim when confronted making others feel guilty for questioning them they exaggerate or distort facts to make themselves appear innocent while tainting others as the enemy they create confusion leaving their victims doubting their own perception of reality one of the most dangerous aspects of deception is how it operates in secrecy the enemy does not often come in an obvious way but disguises himself as something good the Bible warns in Corinthians 11:14 that
Satan himself masquerades as an angel of Light there are people who appear kind helpful and even spiritual yet their true motives are far from Godly they speak with charm gain influence and Lead others astray with subtle lies they mix truth with deception making it difficult to discern their true nature many false teachers and leaders operate in this way presenting themselves as righteous while corrupting the word of God for personal gain manipulation is another form of control that the enemy uses through people some manipulate through flattery telling others what they want to hear in order to
gain favor they make promises they never intend to keep using words as a tool to get what they want others manipulate through fear using threats intimidation or guilt to control those around them they create an environment where people feel obligated to comply not out of love or respect but out of fear of consequences this is not of God true leadership true influence and true relationships are built on Truth love and integrity not deception and manipulation deceptive individuals also use gaslighting a psychological tactic that causes others to question their own reality they deny things they have
said or done even when confronted with evidence they rewrite history convincing others that they are remembering things incorrectly over time their victims become confused doubting their own judgment and feeling dependent on the manipulator for guidance this form of control is powerful because it isolates a person making them vulnerable to further deception the enemy thrives in confusion for where there is confusion there is an Open Door for lies to take root in relationships deception and manipulation can be especially damaging some people pretend to care only to use others for their own selfish desires they take advantage
of kindness using people as tools to serve their own needs they twist conversations to make themselves look like the victim making it seem as though others are at fault their words do not bring life healing or truth but instead create distrust anxiety and Brokenness a deceptive person does not seek resolution but control they do not seek truth but personal Advantage they are driven by their own agenda not by love or honesty even within the church deception can take root there are those who claim to follow Christ yet their actions reveal a different Spirit at work
they use scripture for their own benefit twist ing its meaning to serve their own interests they seek personal power rather than the glory of God they lead others into compromise convincing them that sin is not so serious that God's standards can be adjusted to fit modern culture this slow drift away from truth is one of the greatest dangers of deception the enemy does not always pull people into sin all at once but does so gradually little by little until they are completely ens snared deception and manipulation are never from God the enemy Works through people
who are willing to embrace lies who use others for personal gain and who refuse to walk in Integrity many who operate in deception do so without fully realizing they are being used by the enemy they are caught in their own web of Deceit believing their own lies they justify their actions convinced that their manipulation is necessary to get what they want the longer they operate in deception the harder it becomes to recognize the truth sign number three Temptation and spiritual weakness temptation is one of the most effective strategies the enemy uses to lead people away
from God and spiritual weakness is often the result of giving into that Temptation repeatedly from the very beginning the devil has sought to draw people into sin by making it seem appealing harmless or even justified in the Garden of Eden he deceived Eve by questioning God's command and presenting Disobedience as a pathway to something greater that same tactic is used today the enemy knows exactly what tempts each person the most he studies weaknesses waits for moments of vulnerability and then strikes with thoughts desires and opportunities that pull the heart away from righteousness Temptation does not
always come as an obvious evil it often appears as something desirable something that promises pleasure success or satisfaction the devil does not usually present sin in its most destructive form at first instead he offers something that seems small insignificant and harmless a little compromise a slight bending of God's commands a moment of weakness justified by difficult circumstances once that first step is taken the path becomes easier to follow leading deeper into sin further from God and closer to destruction this is how many fall not in a single moment but through a slow and steady decline
until they wake up one day far from where they once were spiritually spiritual weakness often follows repeated compromise a person who once stood firm in their faith begins to feel less conviction less urgency and less resist istance to sin their prayer life weakens their hunger for God's word Fades and their discernment grows dull they become more focused on the things of the world and less concerned with the things of God the voice of the Holy Spirit which once convicted them so clearly now seems distant sin becomes easier to justify and righteousness feels harder to pursue
this is not accidental the enemy Works to make make Believers spiritually weak because a weak Christian is ineffective easily swayed and unable to stand against future attacks temptation is not always about leading someone into obvious sin sometimes it is about distraction the enemy does not always need to make a person fall into deep sin to weaken them he only needs to keep them occupied with things that pull them away from God a person may not be engaging in blatant Rebellion but if they are consumed by entertainment social media materialism or meaningless Pursuits they are still
being led away from God's purpose spiritual weakness does not happen overnight it develops gradually as a person prioritizes other things above their relationship with God one of the most dangerous aspects of Temptation is its ability to attack in moments of loneliness exhaustion or discouragement the enemy waits for the right time striking when defenses are down after Jesus fasted for 40 days Satan approached him with temptation offering food power and shortcuts to Glory he did not come when Jesus was strong and surrounded by others but when he was physically weak and alone in the wilderness in
the same way many fall into temptation not when they are at their strongest but when they are tired discouraged or feeling distant from God the devil Whispers lies that suggest compromis is acceptable that sin will bring relief and that no real harm will come from just one moment of indulgence spiritual weakness leads to a cycle of struggle the more someone gives into temptation the weaker they become making it harder to resist the next time they feel guilt shame and frustration but without true repentance and a return to God they continue falling deeper some begin to
believe they are too far gone that they will never regain their former strength that God has given up on them this too is a Lie from the enemy meant to keep them trapped in discouragement and distance from God the longer a person remains spiritually weak the easier it is for the devil to manipulate their thoughts influence their decisions and ultimately lead them into destruction temptation is Relentless it does not go away simply because a person has resisted once or twice the enemy is persistent always looking for another opportunity another weakness another open door he studies
patterns past failures in moments of vul vulnerability waiting for the right time to strike again no one is exempt from this battle even the strongest Believers face temptation but those who remain spiritually strong are the ones who recognize the enemy's tactics and refuse to allow sin to take hold in their lives sign number four opposition to God's word opposition to God's word is one of the clearest signs that the enemy is at work in someone's life from the beginning of time Satan has worked tirelessly to challenge distort and undermine the truth of God In the
Garden of Eden he did not attack Adam and Eve with Force but with deception twisting God's command and planting seeds of doubt that same strategy continues today wherever God's word is spoken the enemy seeks to contradict it whether through false teaching outright Rebellion or subtle distortions that lead people away away from the truth there are those who openly reject the Bible mocking its teachings and ridiculing those who follow it they view scripture as outdated oppressive or irrelevant to Modern Life they argue against the existence of God deny the reality of sin and reject the idea
of absolute truth the enemy Works through such individuals to spread confusion convincing others that they do not need God God's word to live a good life they promote human wisdom over divine revelation leading many down a path of self-reliance and spiritual blindness this is not a new battle throughout history Kings rulers and entire nations have sought to remove God's word from society suppressing the truth to maintain power and control yet despite all efforts the word of God remains unshaken for Jesus himself declared Heaven and Earth will pass away but my words will never pass away
some oppose God's word not through outright rejection but through Distortion they twist scripture to fit their own desires taking verses out of context to justify sinful Behavior they create their own version of Christianity one that is comfortable free of conviction and shaped by personal preference rather than Divine truth they remove the parts of scripture that speak about repentance Holiness and judgment focusing only on what pleases the ears the enemy Delights in this kind of deception for it allows people to believe they are following God while living in direct opposition to his commands this is why
Paul warned in 2 Timothy 4:03 that the time will come when people will not put up with sound Doctrine instead to suit their own desires they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear they will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths others oppose God's word by resisting its Authority in their lives they believe in God but refuse to submit to his Commandments they pick and choose which parts of the Bible they want to follow ignoring the rest they justify their
Disobedience by saying that times have changed that God understands their struggles or that his standards no longer apply the enemy uses pride and self-justification to keep such individuals from True surrender he whispers lies that make them believe they can serve both God and the world that they can live by their own rules while still claiming to follow Christ but Jesus made it clear that no one one can serve two masters a heart that resists God's word is a heart that is not fully surrendered to him even within the church opposition to God's word can be
found there are those who claim to be Believers yet actively work against biblical truth some lead others astray with false Doctrine introducing worldly philosophies into the church they prioritize human reasoning over divine revelation trusting in science psychology ology or culture more than they trust in scripture others seek to silence Biblical teaching on sin morality and righteousness fearing that it will offend or drive people away they promote a watered down gospel that speaks of love but avoids repentance that encourages acceptance but ignores transformation such deception weakens the body of Christ allowing sin to flourish under the
guise of Tolerance the enemy ALS also works to make people question the reliability of scripture he raises doubts about its authenticity convincing people that it is full of contradictions myths or errors he uses so-called Scholars intellectuals and Skeptics to attack the Bible's credibility leading many to believe that God's word cannot be trusted once that Foundation is shaken people become vulnerable to all kinds of deception no longer standing firmly on biblical truth but the word of God has stood the test of time it has been attacked banned and burned yet it Remains the unshakable foundation of
Truth Isaiah 48 declares the grass withers and the flowers fall but the word of our God endures forever some oppose God's word not by rejecting it outright but by simply ignoring it they claim to believe but do not read study or apply scripture to their lives the enemy Works to keep them distracted busy with worldly Pursuits and too preoccupied to seek the truth he convinces them that reading the Bible is not necessary that prayer is not urgent and that spiritual growth can happen without discipline over time their faith weakens their discernment Fades and they become
easily influenced by falsehoods a person who does not actively stand on God's word will eventually drift away from it the opposition to God's word is not just an intellectual or cultural battle it is a spiritual war the enemy knows that when people Embrace scripture they walk in Power Authority and freedom he knows that a life built on God's word is unshakable resistant to deception and immune to his lies this is why he works tirelessly to oppose using individuals who resist distort and suppress the truth those who actively fight against God's word whether knowingly or unknowingly
are being used as tools of the enemy to keep others in spiritual Darkness sign number five dark and Unholy influences dark and Unholy influences are one of the most effective tools the enemy uses to corrupt Hearts weaken faith and pull people away from from God these influences are not always obvious they often appear in ways that seem harmless attractive or even beneficial at first but they carry a spirit that is not from God the enemy knows that if he can surround a person with the wrong influences he can gradually lead them into spiritual compromise filling
their minds with thoughts desires and behaviors that go against the will of God there are many ways these influences manifest they can be found in entertainment media relationships and cultural Trends the music people listen to the movies they watch the social media they consume all of these things have a spiritual impact the world promotes messages that glorify sin normalize immorality and make righteousness seem foolish or outdated people begin to absorb these messages without realizing it and over time their perspective changes they become desensitized to things that once convicted them they laugh at sin excuse behavior
that is contrary to God's word and embrace ideologies that contradict biblical truth what once seemed wrong now seems acceptable and what once felt dangerous now feels normal the company a person keeps is another powerful source of influence the Bible warns that bad company corrupts good character people are deeply shaped by those around them when someone is constantly surrounded by individuals who mock God promote ungodly behavior and reject biblical values it becomes increasingly difficult to stand firm in faith the enemy places people in the lives of believers who encourage compromise tempt them into sin and lead
them down to destructive paths these influences may not always be blatant Sometimes they come as friends who seem well-meaning but subtly discourage a walk with Christ they convince others to lower their standards participate in sinful activities or question the need for obedience to God Unholy influences are also present in the form of false spirituality many people claim to be spiritual but not every spirit is from God the world is full of practice IES that seem enlightening but are rooted in darkness astrology psychics tarot cards whichcraft and various occult practices have become widely accepted in mainstream
culture people turn to these things for guidance healing or power not realizing they are opening doors to demonic forces the enemy presents these practices as harmless or even helpful but they carry spiritual consequences seeking wisdom and direction from anything other than God invites deception confusion and bondage demonic influences are not limited to individuals or practices they also operate in cultural movements the world is increasingly embracing ideologies that go directly against the truth of God's word movements that promote Rebellion against biblical morality redefine truth and celebrate sin are not simply social trends they are spiritual deceptions
designed to pull people away from God's design these movements disguise themselves as progress Freedom or Enlightenment but in reality they are forms of rebellion against God the enemy Works through these ideologies to corrupt Minds Harden hearts and turn people away from righteousness the presid pres of dark influences can also be seen in environments filled with spiritual oppression some places carry an atmosphere of evil locations where sin is rampant where people are enslaved to addiction violence or perversion these environments are not just physically dangerous they are spiritually dangerous the more time people spend in such places
the more they expose themselves to the forces that operate there the enemy thrives in darkness and he uses these strongholds to keep people trapped blinded to the truth and resistant to God's presence many do not recognize how these influences affect them because they do not see the immediate consequences that is how deception Works a person may think they can consume Unholy content keep ungodly company or dabble in dark practices without it impacting their soul but over time the enemy gains more ground in their heart and mind the conviction they once felt begins to fade they
become spiritually numb unable to discern what is right and what is wrong their desire for God weakens and their appetite for worldly pleasures grows dark and Unholy influences create distance between people and God they serve as distractions leading individuals away from prayer worship and the study of God's word they bring confusion causing people to question biblical truth and embrace counterfeit beliefs they introduce sin which if left unchecked hardens the heart and makes repentance more difficult the enemy uses these influences strategically knowing that the longer someone remains under them the harder it becomes to Break Free
the spirit spiritual battle is real and the enemy is constantly working to infiltrate lives through various influences what people allow into their hearts and Minds matters every influence either draws someone closer to God or pulls them away from him many are unaware that they are being slowly shaped by forces that oppose God but the consequences of these influences are inevitable they change the way people think behave and believe leading them either toward truth and salvation or deeper into deception and spiritual bondage sign number six pride and self glorification pride and self glorification are among the
most dangerous tools the enemy uses to lead people away from God from the very beginning Pride was the root of Satan's Rebellion he was not content to serve God he wanted to be God that same Spirit of pride has been at work in humanity ever since convincing people that they do not need God that they are in control of Their Own Destiny and that they should seek glory for themselves rather than giving it to the one who deserves it pride is deceptive because it does not always appear as arrogance sometimes it disguises itself as self-sufficiency
Independence or personal ambition the world constantly encourages people to focus on themselves to chase success to build their own name and to prove their worth Society promotes the idea that people should put themselves first seek recognition and Elevate their own desires Above All Else the enemy takes advantage of this mindset Whispering lies that make people believe they have achieved their success on their own that they are the masters of their fate and that they do not need God's guidance self- glorification is another form of Pride that pulls people away from God when individuals seek praise
recognition and admiration from others they shift their focus from serving God to serving themselves they want to be noticed honored and exalted they crave validation measuring their worth by how much attention they receive social media entertainment and culture all feed into this encouraging people to Showcase their achievements seek approval from others and build an image of perfection the enemy knows that the more someone becomes consumed with their own image the less they will seek God's presence they will become more concerned with what people think of them than what God thinks of them Pride blinds people
to their need for God it convinces es them that they are strong enough on their own that they do not need to repent and that they have nothing to surrender it makes them resistant to correction unwilling to acknowledge their flaws and defensive when confronted with truth this is why pride is so dangerous it hardens the heart and makes humility seem like weakness the enemy uses Pride to keep people in bondage preventing them from experiencing the freedom that it comes through surrender to God Pride also creates division it causes people to look down on others to
see themselves as Superior and to refuse to forgive it leads to competition jealousy and conflict many relationships have been destroyed because of Pride because someone refused to apologize refuse to admit they were wrong or refuse to let go of their ego the enemy knows that as long as Pride remains in someone's heart they will struggle to love others the way God commands they will prioritize their own reputation their own desires and their own success over Unity peace and humility one of the most dangerous effects of pride is that it leads to spiritual downfall the Bible
warns that Pride goes before destruction and a Hotty spirit before a fall Proverbs 16:18 when people become consumed with their own greatness they stop relying on God they trust in their own wisdom instead of seeking his Direction They ignore his warnings believing they know better this is how many have fallen thinking they were too strong to fail too wise to be deceived or too powerful to be humbled the enemy feeds this mindset in encouraging people to continue in their pride until they reach a point where they no longer recognize their need for God Pride also
affects one's ability to truly worship God worship requires humility a recognition that he is greater and that all glory belongs to him but when someone is full of Pride their worship becomes empty they may go through the motions but their heart is far from God they are more concerned with their own status their own influence and their own achievements than with exalting the Lord through worship is impossible for a heart that is filled with self- glorification because God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble the enemy uses Pride to deceive people into thinking
they can live apart from God that they can accomplish everything on their own and that they deserve all the credit for their success but the truth truth is that everything comes from God every Talent every opportunity every achievement without him people have nothing the moment someone starts believing that they are the source of their own greatness they have fallen into the Trap of the enemy Pride keeps people in spiritual blindness making them deaf to God's voice and resistant to his correction it builds a wall between them and God separating them from his presence and his
guidance self- glorification leads people to seek their own kingdom rather than God's kingdom they become obsessed with their own plans their own legacy and their own importance they chase power influence and recognition believing that their worth is determined by how much they achieve but in the end all human Glory Fades the Applause of man is temporary the praise of this world is fleeting what truly matters is not how great someone becomes in the eyes of others but how faithful they remain in the eyes of God the enemy wants people to build their own Empire but
God calls them to seek his kingdom first only when pride is broken can someone fully surrender to God and experience the true purpose he has for their life sign number seven draining your spiritual energy drain gaining your spiritual energy is one of the enemy's most subtle but effective strategies to weaken your faith and pull you away from God it does not happen all at once nor does it always come through obvious attacks instead it is a slow gradual depletion little by little day by day until one morning you wake up feeling empty disconnected and far
from the presence of God the enemy does not need to destroy you with one major blow if he can exhaust you spiritually over time time one of the ways spiritual energy is drained is through constant busyness and distractions the modern world is filled with demands responsibilities and endless activities that consume time and attention work social obligations entertainment even good things can crowd out the most important thing your relationship with God the enemy knows that if he can keep you too busy to pray too distracted to read the word and too tired to worship your connection
with God will slowly fade it is not always sin that pulls people away sometimes it is simply the overwhelming pace of life that leaves no room for Spiritual renewal emotional burdens also play a major role in draining spiritual energy worry stress anxiety and fear are weapons the enemy uses to wear down the soul when the mind is consumed with problems and uncertainties it becomes harder to focus on God's promises doubt begins to creep in faith feels weaker and the joy of Salvation starts to diminish the enemy Whispers lies convincing you that your struggles are too
big that God is distant or that your prayers are ineffective over time this emotional exhaustion turns into spiritual weariness Mak making it difficult to feel God's presence or hear his voice another way spiritual energy is drained is through toxic relationships and negative influences being surrounded by people who constantly speak doubt negativity and ungodly counsel takes a toll on the spirit conversations filled with gossip bitterness or worldly thinking begin to shape the Mind shifting Focus away from God's truth when someone is always giving but never receiving in encouragement their Spirit begins to feel depleted the enemy
strategically places people in your life who will discourage your faith lead you into temptation or make you question your convictions over time these influences can drain spiritual strength and leave you feeling distant from God repeated battles with temptation and sin also weaken spiritual energy the struggle against the flesh is real and when someone continually Falls into the same Temptations it leads to discouragement and frustration the enemy uses guilt and shame to keep people trapped making them feel unworthy to come before God instead of running to the father for restoration many withdraw believing they must fix
themselves first this cycle of sin guilt and isolation drains spiritual energy leaving Believers feeling defeated and disconnected from God's grace lack of true rest and renewal is another major cause of spiritual exhaustion many people assume that resting means doing nothing but true rest is found in God's presence Jesus often withdrew to quiet places to pray showing that renewal comes from spending time with the father yet the enemy convinces people that they do not have time to seek God that they must keep pushing forward in their own strength over time this leads to spiritual burnout serving
God without intimacy with him doing Ministry without personal devotion and trying to fight battles without the power of His Spirit a weary Soul cannot stand firm and the enemy knows that when someone is spiritually drained they are more vulnerable to deception doubt and Temptation spiritual energy is also drained when worship becomes routine rather than genuine go going through the motions attending church singing songs saying prayers without true connection to God leaves the soul empty the enemy wants Believers to settle for religious activity instead of real relationship he wants them to read the Bible out of
obligation rather than hunger to pray without expectation and to worship without passion when this happens Faith becomes mechanical rather than alive and spiritual strength strength Fades one of the most dangerous effects of spiritual exhaustion is that it leads to isolation when someone is spiritually drained they often withdraw from Community thinking they need to figure things out on their own the enemy wants people to feel alone in their struggles to believe that no one understands and to separate themselves from those who could encourage and strengthen them but isolation only deepens the exhaustion making it hard to
find renewal the truth is that God designed Believers to strengthen one another to carry each other's burdens and to uplift one another in faith draining spiritual energy is a slow and quiet tactic of the enemy it is not always a sudden crisis that weakens Faith but the accumulation of small things distractions burdens Temptations and exhaustion until until one day there is no strength left to fight many do not even realize it is happening until they feel spiritually dry disconnected and unable to sense God's presence the enemy's goal is not just to make people tired but
to make them spiritually weak so that when real Trials come they will not have the strength to stand firm the enemy strategies are not always loud or obvious more often than not they are subtle creeping into daily life in ways that seem harmless at first he SWS Division and strife to destroy relationships uses deception and manipulation to distort truth and tempts people into spiritual weakness he promotes opposition to God's word surrounds individuals with dark and Unholy influences and fuels pride and self- glorification and if none of these tactics succeed he slowly Trin spiritual energy wearing
people down until they feel too weak to fight back but none of these schemes are greater than the power of God no deception is strong enough to withstand the truth of his word no temptation is overwhelming enough that he does not provide a way out no spiritual exhaustion is beyond the reach of his renewal the enemy may try to divide weaken and deceive but those who remain rooted in God's 's presence filled with his spirit and anchored in his truth will not be overcome the key is awareness the moment someone recognizes the enemy's tactics they
can stand against them they can refuse to be manipulated resist temptation reject Unholy influences and refuse to glorify themselves over God they can break free from division Embrace truth and find strength in him the battle is real but so is the victory the enemy's power is limited his weapons are ineffective against a Believer who walks in discernment faith and the authority of God those who stay close to the Lord seeking him in prayer standing firm in his word and refusing to give the enemy a foothold will not be led astray light will always drive out
darkness and the power of Christ will always overcome the schemes of the enemy
