And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. 2 Corinthians 11:14 ESV
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. Matthew 5:7 ESV
We left off yesterday talking about how the devil will use every tool he has so we are miserable and not seeking God. These verses above are just examples of this and how the devil uses whatever means necessary to get you not to seek or worship God. The devil tries to keep us from the glory and the things God has for us.
But I am here to tell you that the devil loses, and God wins. I am here to tell you that the power of the devil is limited. I am here to tell you that the devil is a puppet of God. God only lets the devil do what he can do. God is limitless in power and is limitless in everything! The devil has no power over you unless you give it to him. The devil only is able to work in the confines of what you give him and what God will allow him to do.
So that we do not fall prey to the devil and let him rule we need to resist the devil and all his demons. we need to be humble like in verse 4:6 of James (AMP), 6 But He gives us more and more grace [through the power of the Holy Spirit to defy sin and live an obedient life that reflects both our faith and our gratitude for our salvation]. Therefore, it says, “God is opposed to the proud and haughty, but [continually] gives [the gift of] grace to the humble [who turn away from self-righteousness].”
Then we need to do as it says in verse 4:7 of James (AMP), 7 So submit to [the authority of] God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him] and he will flee from you.
After that, we need to do as it says in James 4:8 (AMP), 8 Come close to God [with a contrite heart] and He will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; and purify your [unfaithful] hearts, you double-minded [people].
The final thing we need to do is as it says in Romans 12:2 (AMP), 2 And do not be conformed to this world [any longer with its superficial values and customs], but be transformed and progressively changed [as you mature spiritually] by the renewing of your mind [focusing on godly values and ethical attitudes], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His plan and purpose for you].
To put it in a simpler form:
Humble yourself
Submit to God
resist the devil
devil flees
draw nigh to God, God will draw nigh to you
renew our minds
That is what we need to do to resist the devil and all his ways and plans. Put this in your heart and in your mind today.
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