The Invisible War (preface)

We need to get to the point where we recognize the attacks of the enemy. Spiritual Warfare is real. I will be sharing different teachings in order for us to strengthen not only ourselves but those around us.Pray for me as I pray for you.

Ephesians 6:10-12
10In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw your strength from Him [that strength which His boundless might provides].
11Put on God's whole armor [the armor of a heavy-armed soldier which God supplies], that you may be able successfully to stand up against [all] the strategies and the deceits of the devil.
12For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the despotisms, against the powers, against [the master spirits who are] the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) sphere.
13Therefore put on God's complete armor, that you may be able to resist and stand your ground on the evil day [of danger], and, having done all [the crisis demands], to stand [firmly in your place].

The invisible war, invisible does not mean that its not there it means you can not see it with your physical eye.

Five Basic Truths about Spiritual Warfare


1.The invisible world is just as real as the visible world, and both Old and New Testament refer to it often.

A. 2 Kings 6:15-19: Elisha, surrounded by a hostile army, tells his servant that invisible hosts are protecting them.

B. Daniel 10: An angel reveals to Daniel the battle he has been waging.

C. Ephesians 6:12: One of many refences by Paul to a conflict that is not of the flesh.

2. We are involved in an invisible war.

This cosmic conflict has eternal implications; lives are at stake . The enemy's strategies affect us every day. When was the last time you honestly considered that some struggle or relational conflict was rooted in satanic opposition?
A. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
B. 2 Corinthians 4:4

3. Our foe is formidable

The goal of Satan is to destroy god's people and discredit the cause of Christ. He is not to be taken lightly. he is real. He was an angel, the highest of all created beings, who rebelled against God out of pride.
a. 1 Peter 5:8
b. Jude 9
c. Is Satan for real?
The authority of the Bible Gen. 3:1; 1 Chronicles 21:1; Revelation 12:9;
The testimony of Christ: Matt. 4:1-11; Luke 11:15 (Christ refers to Satan 25 times)
The reality of demons: Satan is their "prince" (Luke 11:15)
d. Who is Satan?
A created spirit: Job 1:6; Collossians 1:16
An angel: Matt 25:41; Revealation 12:7
a cherub: Ezekiel 28:14
the highest of all created beings: Ezekiel 28:14
e. Where did he come from?
created perfect: Ezekiel 28:12-13
had a heavenly estate :Jude 6
a guardian of God's glory: Ezekiel 28:14
the occasion of his sin=power and beauty: Ezekiel 28
the nature of his sin=pride: Isaiah 14:13; 1 Timothy 3:6
the cause of his sin=personal, free choice: Habakkuk 1:13; James 1:13

4. We must respect our foe but not FEAR him.

Our responsibilty is to become acutley aware of Satan's methods but not be preoccupied by them. We can become educated about his schemes by examining his names in Scriptures; all of them reveal something of his tactics. Scriptures is very clear about his agenda and his targets. But he is limited, and we have no need to fear him if we follow God's instructions in faith.
a. 2 Corinthians 2:11
b. The vital question: how can we make sure we are not ignorant of his schemes?
Satan's names reveal his tactics.
Satan attacks God's program, the church
Satan attacks God's people
Satan's power is limited

5. We do not fight for victory: WE FIGHT FROM VICTORY.

As believers in Christ, we are invincible. The Bible has given us numerous promises of victory over the power of the enemy.
a. 1 John 4:4
b. 1 John 5:4-5
c. Revelation 12:11
d. James 4:7