Seven ( 7 ) ways to Combat Spiritual Warfare

I read this chapter in the book  The Joy of Jesus by Doreen Virtue . You can download it for free just get the link from her Instagram account . I am sharing as it is very useful and practical for all of us .

1. Put on the Armor of God 

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power . Put on the full armor of God , so that you can take  your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against the rules , against the authorities , against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms .

Therefore put on the  full armor of God so that when the day of evil comes , you may be able to stand your ground and after you have done everything , to stand.

Stand firm then , with the belt of truth buckled around your waist , with the breast plate of righteousness in place , and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace . In addition to this , take up the shield  of faith , which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one . Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit , which is the Word of God.

So how do you put on the Armor of God ? Through Prayers

2. Do " spiritual housekeeping " 

Walk around your house and office and keep saying alone or silently "Holy Spirit please show me what items to discard ".

If you have any questions about what to release , ask the Holy Spirit .

3. Calling the name of Jesus of  Nazareth

Once we believe in Jesus , we're filled up with the Holy Spirit . The only thing the devil can do is try to frighten us and trick us into following him.

Boldly claim the name of Jesus of Nazareth with confidence . The devil covers in fright before the Lord . In the presence of Jesus , the devil is powerless.

Praise Jesus , the real Jesus who is the son of God , fully God and fully human , who died for us on the cross.

4. Wear your Garment of Praise 

Putting on the "garment of praise " can lift the "spirit of heaviness".

The Bible says that we can lift the spirit of heaviness by putting on the "garment of praise". This means immense our mind , heart and action with praising God.

Fill your heart with gratitude and your mind focus upon the blessings that our Creator gives to us all .
Be grateful for blessings no matter how small or insignificant . Praise God and realize all blessings are important . There are no small or insignificant blessings .

Praise God aloud, silently , in writing and in songs. Our actions praise God , by bringing glory to him.

Saying "thank you God" repeatedly lifts the spirit of heaviness .

So if you feel heavy or sluggish , start saying thank you God in many ways as possible . This can turn your heart toward God and lift you up.

5. Speak the Scriptures as Jesus did during his temptation     

When the devil tempted Jesus, our Lord combated by speaking the scriptures .

It is written, "Man shall not live by bread alone , but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God."

6. Sleep next to the Bible

Similar to quoting scripture to cast away demons , sleeping next to the Bible as protection. Some people carry the Bible with them all day and sleep next to it at night .

7. Turn to the Psalms

We can find inspiration and encouragement from reading the Psalms.

John 8:12

"I am the light of the world . Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life ."

Thank you Ms Doreen Virtue for this insights. God bless you more.