Angels and Demons
Discipleship S.T.E.P.S.: Theology
Scripture: For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. – Ephesians 6:12 (KJV)
The reality of the spiritual realm is a sobering truth that changes everything about how we perceive our challenges. When we realize that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, we stop viewing people as our enemies and start recognizing the spiritual forces at work behind the scenes. This awareness should drive us to our knees, not in fear, but in the boldness of prayer, knowing that we serve a God who holds all authority over the powers of darkness.
A robust prayer life is the direct consequence of believing that the battle is spiritual. By praying with spiritual eyes we engage the armor of God and invoke His intervention in the lives of those around us. Let this awareness transform your prayers today; instead of praying for superficial changes pray for the advancement of the light and the defeat of the darkness trusting that your prayers are a vital part of the spiritual victory already secured by Christ.
Prompt: How does knowing there is an active spiritual realm affect your daily prayer life?
Action Step: Sound Theology acknowledges the reality of the spiritual realm, including angels and demons, as revealed in Scripture.
Next Step: Pray for spiritual awareness and ask God to assign His angels to protect your home.