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Spiritual Warfare

Aug 17, 2025 | Steve Pearson

Use the Sword Against the Devil

In the battle against spiritual darkness, the Word of God serves as our most powerful weapon—the sword of the Spirit. Satan targets believers because God loves us, and many become casualties in this invisible war. Jesus demonstrated the effective use of Scripture when tempted in the wilderness, responding to each of Satan's three temptations with 'It is written.' These temptations targeted appetites, identity, and shortcuts—areas where we're all vulnerable. To effectively wield our spiritual sword, we must recognize lies, reject them, replace them with God's truth, and rebuke dark forces in Jesus' name. By becoming skilled with Scripture, we can stand firm against the enemy's attacks.

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