The Bible tells us to resist the devil. Fine, but what does that actually mean? Some Christians think that determination and will power are sufficient enough. Others shout at the devil, but with discouraging results. Still others invoke “formulas” that they know in their heads but don’t truly believe in their hearts. To gain the ability to resist the devil successfully will require much of you, but the results will be dramatic:
-Be self-controlled, sober, not intoxicated.
-Be alert.
-Never forget that he is “your enemy the devil”.
-Stand firm in faith and in “the faith”.
-Live a life of humility.
-Submit to God in all things.
-Draw near to God daily and throughout the day.
-Repent of sinful conduct.
-Purify your hearts.
-Remain dependent on the Lord and His mighty power.
-Put on the full armor of God, which includes salvation, the gospel, truth, righteousness, faith, His Word, and.
-Remember, it is the devil, it is the spiritual forces of evil and not your fellow humans who are the real enemy that we fight.
-And always remember that it is in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ (Mark 16:17) that victory over the devil is made certain.
Finally, remember how Jesus successfully resisted the wilderness temptations of Satan (Luke 4:1-13). In each instance, Jesus' response to the devil was, "It is written!" Incorporate God's Word, the bible, into every thought, word, and action of your life Such a biblically grounded believer will consistently overcome the devil and his attacks.
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