What Does God Say About Spiritual Warfare?

SummaryHave you ever felt like you were doing everything right—praying, serving, and trying to stay positive—yet a wave of heavy discouragement or a sudden crisis hit your family out of nowhere? If you are tired of feeling defenseless and are asking, what does God say about spiritual warfare, you are exactly where you need to be.In this episode of the Arise, Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and licensed clinical social worker Wendi Christensen dive into the biblical origins of the battle between light and darkness. We explore the cosmic backstory of the war in heaven, explaining why striving to follow God paints a target on your back for the adversary. We also discuss why our daily battles are not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual darkness.Discover the specific armor of light God has placed at your disposal to fortify your mind, soul, and household. We discuss the "It Is Written" strategy Jesus used in the desert and the clear two-step process to actively resist the devil so he must flee. Finally, we look at the incredible story where sending a choir to the front lines resulted in a divine ambush against the enemy! Tune in to move from feeling like a sitting duck to overcoming with Jesus Christ!Episode TakeawaysThe Cosmic Backstory (Revelation 12:7-12): Spiritual warfare is not a metaphor; it is a biblical reality. Satan was cast down to earth and is actively waging war against those who keep the commandments of God.Not Flesh and Blood (Ephesians 6:12): When contention hits your home, remember that you are not fighting your spouse or your children. We wrestle against principalities and the rulers of darkness.The "It Is Written" Strategy (Matthew 4:1-11): When Jesus was tempted in the desert, He didn't argue with the devil. He simply quoted scripture. You can use the Word of God as an offensive weapon against the lies of the enemy.The Two-Step Process (James 4:7): "Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." You must first align your will with God's light, and then actively stand your ground and command the darkness to leave.Worship as a Weapon (2 Chronicles 20:21-22): The people of Judah sent the choir to the front lines of the battle, and God ambushed their enemies! Praising God in the middle of a spiritual attack is a powerful way to set a divine ambush.Key Bible Verses Referenced in this EpisodeRevelation 12:7-12: The war in heaven and the dragon making war with those who keep the commandments.Ephesians 6:12: "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers..."John 14:27: "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you... Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."Matthew 4:1-11: Jesus fasting in the wilderness and using the "It is written" strategy to defeat Satan's temptations.Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." (To quote when the enemy says you are a failure).Isaiah 49:25: "...for I will contend with him that contendeth with thee, and I will save thy children." (To quote when the enemy attacks your kids).James 4:7: "Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."2 Chronicles 20:21-22: King Jehoshaphat appointing singers to praise the Lord before the army, resulting in God ambushing their enemies.Free ResourceReady to put these tactical weapons to use in your living room? Get our free A Mother's Spiritual Defense Guide: 6 Empowering Steps to Fortify Home & Family downloadable PDF here: https://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/A-Mothers-Spiritual-Defense-GuideReflection QuestionsWhen you are under spiritual attack, do you try to argue with the enemy's lies, or do you use the "It Is Written" strategy (Matthew 4) to quote scripture back at him?Look at the order of James 4:7. Are you trying to resist the devil before submitting yourself to God? How can you submit your home to God today?Have you ever used worship (like the choir in 2 Chronicles 20) as a weapon to fight a spiritual battle in your home?Host & GuestTamara K. Anderson @tamarakandersonWendi Christensen @wendichristensencounselingTranscripthttps://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/what-does-god-say-about-spiritual-warfare