Fight the right battle. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near (Hebrews 10:25). If you really want to get Satan off your back follow these four steps: Build your faith muscles in advance. JAVASCRIPT IS DISABLED. Give him no place in your thoughts, no place in your speech, no place in your actions. I believe He died for me and rose again. 31Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: If youre bitter, youre like the devil. Keep the devil off (Keep the devil off) I was born on the Southside of the moon Country boy did this big from the bottom of the map To the top of the mountain, pimpin', I'm on the move I'm in the groove on the late night I make the move if the play right You ain't seen it like I seen it My vision nowadays 'bout as bright as the daylight To begin with, I doubt very much Ive been personally attacked by Satan. Sources. The word seek implies that he is looking. And then believe that your sins are under the blood and totally gone. California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Satan and his demons are created and cant be in two places at the same time like God can. The one the devil fears most is The Blessed Virgin Mary. Gotta keep the devil off (Keep the devil off), With the soul of giant and the heart of a lion. I dont plead with you. Repentance is the first step, but it really doesnt help to be afflicted and mourn and weep if you dont receive and walk in forgiveness for your sin. James 4:7 says, Resist the devil and he will flee from you. What you gave him, you must take back. Are you a friend of the world rather than a friend of God. The Apostle Paul wrote to tell the Corinthians to deliver this man to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord (1st Cor 5:5), so Pauls motivation is not to punish the man but keep him from destruction in the day of the Lord. Thats lovetough love, but its love, nonetheless. 1.2K views, 44 likes, 36 loves, 180 comments, 41 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from DALLAS CHURCH OF GOD: "Infallible Proofs of the Resurrection" Pastor D.R. This is one reason the apostle Paul wrote, Neither give place to the devil (Ephesians 4:27). Together, we are reaching the nations with the Good News of Jesus Christ. The devil has found an unclean place within and built a foul nest, a beachhead, a stronghold there. The devil is very real! Repentance is not just being broken over your sin, it is being broken from your sin. In (Isaiah 33: 15) He walks righteously and speaks what is right. The thinking that you can worship God from home because God is with you wherever you are mentality makes you a lone sheep and easy prey for the devil. The Men Without Hats lead singer wrote "The Safety Dance" after getting kicked out of a bar for dancing too aggressively. Tagged as: I dont argue with you. When you are immersed in the Word of God you develop unstoppable strength that gets Satan to leave you alone. What can believers do to keep Satan and his demons off their back? Pornography, intrusive extended family, busynessthese are only a few of the thieves that will destroy your marriage if left unchecked. That keeps him safe. Copyright Aleteia SAS all rights reserved. 31 Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: If you're bitter, you're like the devil. One final word is called for. the devil who had deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur where the beast and the false prophet were, and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever., deliver this man to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord (, 10 Great Examples of When God Spoke and Speaks. Sam Storms is lead pastor for preaching and vision at Bridgeway Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. On the other hand, we must also acknowledge that if we are living in disobedience in any area, those areas may become the very entry points by which the devil gains access to disturb our peace and to try to stop our forward momentum and even bring destruction in our lives. To pray to stop the devil, you must declare the Word of the Lord. If you have a filthy mouth, its because you have a filthy heart. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. If you find the devil has already found entrance into some area of your life, its not too late. Wellbeing or Well-Being Which is Correct? I have yet to meet a Christian who would say they have never encountered the devils schemes. Matt. Of this we may be certain: at no time are we to pray for, or on behalf of, Satan. I left. An Evangelist Can Help Your Local Church! Yes, the passing pleasures of sin are just that; pleasurable, but believers cant sin and enjoy it like non-believers who have no Holy Spirit living within. More to read on this topic: Can Satan Read Our Minds and Thoughts? Quite to the contrary, it is borne of an attitude of complete and unwavering confidence in the goodness and power of God to supply his children with every spiritual resource necessary to grow in conformity to Christ Jesus. You didnt mature in other areas of your life overnight, so persist in maturing in your faith. Lying is the devils nature. May I be a guard for those who need protection. Keep the devil off. Even sacramentals such as the brown scapular have great power over demons. My mama used to sing this song, (shut the door, keep out the devil) Oh, poppa used to sing it too, (shut the door, keep the devil in the night) Jesus called and took them home, (shut the door, keep out the devil) I command you to go from me, in the name of Jesus. Do that, and then give him no place. Take those three steps, repentance, resistance and renewal. You will never walk in authority until you come under the Lordship of Christ. The devil can take no place except what you gave him, and the Holy Spirit is weeping, heart broken. Do you ever have those days when it seems like everything is against you? When Jesus died on the cross, he died instead of you. We were created to live on topon top of circumstances, on top in life, on top of the devil. Do Colors Have Special Meaning In The Bible? This track serves as the second single for K.R.I.Ts double album, 4eva Is a Mighty Long Time. Then, you will absolutely have authority over the devil. You gave him a place in your life. All Rights Reserved. An' she'd cry out to Heaven: "Protect this son of mine," While Daddy kept the devil off my back, By takin' up his time. The devil is bad. The Bible says put it away, be done with it. It is very clear in 1 Peter 5:8 that Satan is looking for something specific. We know that we are to come to the throne of grace with confidence so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16). Welcome to 2019! This is similar to what the apostle says in Ephesians 6:11 concerning the schemes (literally, methodia = methods) of the devil. The Lord is not interested in your groveling in the dirt all your life, He wants to lift you up. Fortea tells us that it doesn't matter whether prayer. I cant do it yet. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in Jesus Christ. In the first chapter of Job, when God asked Satan where he had been, he answered, "I have been walking to and fro throughout the whole earth.". We are restored by submitting to God. Confidently tell the Devil to back off before you and decide to whip his little butt. The judge is willing to exonerate the prisoner if he will just acknowledge and show remorse for his sin. Paul states clearly in 2 Corinthians 2:1011 that Satan has designs a strategy, an agenda, to undermine unity in the church in that city (and no doubt in every city, yours included). Its like a man who came before a judge for a crime that he had committed. Exorcists suggest such sacramentals as blessed salt and blessed water not only be kept at home but to be brought along wherever a person goes. Whatever it is, its an identifiable location that the devil seeks to find and use as an open door into our lives. Either one should be unthinkable. Ginny: No, not yet. They want to be their own god. Perhaps the best way to approach this challenging question is by taking note of what Satan seeks to accomplish and formulate prayers that God would counteract the goals Satan seeks to achieve. The expression to get off ones back is to stop criticizing someone about something. An' Daddy kept the devil off my back, By takin' up his time. You must build your own. Im desecrating your property, but theres nothing you can doyouve given me access. Run to Him. ), which would further support the theme of resisting the devil. As the Scripture says, we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; Ephesians 1:7, KJV. It's my song about leaving home. There are many things that are invisible to the naked eye that can kill usdisease, mold spores, radon gas, and a host of other things, so an invisible enemy shouldnt surprise us. He may have been operating in your body or your mind or your family, but now he must go by your command. This reminder is good for our spiritual lives but its not a good reminder for the enemy. Through Him, we can have a brand new life of freedom and victory over evil. I certainly have. When those negative thoughts start bombing your brain, tell the devil, you are in charge of your thoughts. 2,000 years ago, the Creator of the universe stepped into our world in the person of Jesus Christ. We are grateful for your friendship and partnership in the Gospel, for your prayers, and for your financial contributions that help us do this amazing work God has entrusted to us! Do you gossip, assassinate character, and steal somebodys reputation to make you feel better by trying to put them down? The good news is, as I said before, if youre being persecuted and spiritually attacked (which can come by means of persecution), then you know youre at least on the right side, but for those who dont believe in them, theyre even more vulnerable because you wont resist something you dont believe exists, but how ironic that many claim not to believe in God are simply suppressing the obvious existence of God (Rom 1:18-21). My grandmother was very much into church and gospel music, so I was raised around that. He loves to find that kind of heart. Regina: Did you prepare all the handouts yet? When, despite how much youve planned or how hard youve tried, it feels like Satan is breathing down your neck? One of the more instructive texts on the activity of Satan is found in Pauls letter to the Ephesians. Some of you have done the same thing for Satan! Kevin: My parents really want me to become a lawyer, even though Im only interested in history. It is no coincidence that the devil relentlessly tried to scare St. John Vianney away from hearing the confessions of hardened sinners. We need to have his mind, offer his welcome, speak his words, show his love, and give his grace. Youre ruining your own life and the lives around you, and contaminating the life of your church. Their coming condemnation is sure; our condemnation has passed. They are a powerful weapon in the daily fight to keep the devil from ever coming back. , Everyone should just get off her back and leave her the hell alone and hopefully she will find her way to the right professionals for guidance, the now-Broadway producer concluded. Why Do More Women Attend Church Than Men? That anger then turns to clamor (shouting). To learn more, check out our transcription guide or visit our transcribers forum. These cookies do not store any personal information. All Rights Reserved. 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