What's Spiritual Warfare?

SummaryHave you ever wondered what is spiritual warfare? When you are trying your absolute best to raise faithful kids and create a peaceful home, it can sometimes feel like you are swimming upstream against an invisible current. You might even feel like there is a target painted on your back! If you are exhausted and want to know who you are actually fighting, you are not alone.In this foundational episode of the Arise Women of God podcast, host Tamara K. Anderson and guest Kari Anjewierden pull back the curtain on the unseen world. We dive into Ephesians 6 to reveal why your moody teenager, a difficult neighbor, or your spouse is never your true enemy. Discover the incredible reality of the invisible battle taking place around your home, and learn how to discern the opposing agendas of God and the adversary.Tamara shares a deeply vulnerable story of surviving a midnight crisis with her son, Nathan, and how a simple prayer for angels completely shifted the atmosphere of her home. We also explore the story of Elisha in 2 Kings 6 to remind you that the unseen armies of heaven surrounding your family are vastly greater than whatever is coming against you! Tune in to learn the golden rule of discerning your thoughts and how our Savior Jesus Christ equips you to stand strong today.Episode TakeawaysThe True Enemy (Ephesians 6:12): We wrestle not against flesh and blood! Your spouse, your children, and your neighbors are not the enemy. The battle is against organized, unseen spiritual darkness targeting your family's unity.You Are Never Outnumbered (2 Kings 6): When Elisha's servant panicked because they were surrounded by an enemy army, God opened his eyes to see the mountain full of horses and chariots of fire. Heaven's armies surrounding your home are vastly greater than the culture or crisis coming against you!The Battlefield of the Mind (John 10:10): The adversary is an active strategist looking for vulnerable moments to steal your peace and kill your joy. The most frequent everyday conflict plays out right between your ears.The Golden Rule of Discernment: How do you know if a thought is from God or the enemy? If a thought makes you feel small, ashamed, or trapped, it is not from God. If it enlarges you, brings you light, and points you to truth, it is from Heaven!Free Resource: A Woman's Guide to Spiritual Warfare 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 QuestionsRead Ephesians 6:12. Who in your life have you been viewing as the "enemy," and how does recognizing the unseen spiritual battle change your perspective toward them?When was the last time you felt completely surrounded by a crisis? How can the story of Elisha and the chariots of fire give you courage today?Apply the "Golden Rule of Discernment" to your current thoughts: Are the things you are telling yourself making you feel small and ashamed, or enlarged and loved?Host & GuestTamara K. Anderson @tamarakandersonKari Anjewierden @karaleeanjewierden and @pocket.miraclesTranscripthttps://www.womenwarriorsoflight.com/blog/what-s-spiritual-warfare