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Overcoming Demonic Influence Through the Power of God

A study on how believers can overcome demonic influence through the power of God, the authority of Jesus' name, and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

1. The Authority of the Believer

1.1 Our Position in Christ

Verses: Ephesians 2:6; Luke 10:19; Colossians 2:10
  • We are seated with Christ in heavenly places, far above all principalities and powers.
  • We have been given authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy.
  • This authority is not based on our own merit, but on the finished work of Christ.

1.2 Exercising Our Authority

Verses: James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:8-9; 2 Corinthians 2:11
  • We must recognize and understand the authority we have been given.
  • We must exercise this authority through prayer and faith.
  • We must not be ignorant of the devil's devices.

2. The Name of Jesus

2.1 Power in the Name

Verses: Philippians 2:9-11; Mark 16:17; Acts 3:6
  • The name of Jesus is above every name.
  • Demons tremble at the name of Jesus.
  • We can cast out demons and heal the sick in the name of Jesus.

2.2 Using the Name Effectively

Verses: Acts 19:13-16; Matthew 7:22-23; Exodus 20:7
  • We must use the name of Jesus with reverence and faith.
  • We must understand the power and authority behind the name.
  • We must not take the name of Jesus in vain.

3. The Holy Spirit

3.1 Empowerment and Guidance

Verses: Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:10; Galatians 5:16-18
  • The Holy Spirit empowers us to overcome the enemy.
  • The Holy Spirit gives us discernment to recognize demonic activity.
  • The Holy Spirit guides us in spiritual warfare.

3.2 Walking in the Spirit

Verses: Ephesians 5:18; Romans 8:14; Jude 1:20
  • We must be filled with the Holy Spirit to be effective in spiritual warfare.
  • We must yield to the Holy Spirit's leading.
  • We must pray in the Spirit.

4. Spiritual Warfare

4.1 Understanding the Battle

Verses: Ephesians 6:12; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; Ephesians 6:10-18
  • Spiritual warfare is a reality.
  • We are not fighting against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces of evil.
  • We must put on the whole armor of God to stand against the enemy.

4.2 Weapons of Warfare

Verses: Ephesians 6:18; Matthew 17:21; Acts 16:25-26
  • Prayer is a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare.
  • Fasting can help us break strongholds.
  • Worship can create an atmosphere for God's power to be released.