Spiritual Warfare

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by Amanah

Your stereotyping is unfair. It's akin to saying all muslins are terrorists. there may be some wild fire, but that doesn't negate the real power of God.

Where did I say all Apostolics or all Christians? And you missed my whole point. If more Christians knew who the were in Christ, Hell wouldn't stand a chance

[Aquila]

Originally Posted by Hoovie

Well, the visiting minister at our church tonight split his time in addressing Satan and addressing God about equally. Also a lot of praying in tongues - I don't know whether those were addressed to Satan or God, or both though.

I am sure many thought that was heavy spiritual warfare... me personally? I did not get it.

That's because that kind of thing is primarily bluster.

[Amanah]

Originally Posted by Aquila

My point is that any discussions on spiritual warfare will seem fanatical. But it must be understood, because it's real. Why the contrary spirit?

didn't mean to be contrary, just though you were being dismissive.

[Amanah]

Originally Posted by kclee4jc

Let me explain a bit further what i am looking for. I want to understand some of the dynamics of how the enemy seeks to afflict and hinder a church body. I would also like to gain a greater understanding of the weapons we have been given to counteract those attacks. Also to gain an understanding on how to deal with certain strongholds in communities. When i say i am trying to avoid anything finatical, i suppose i am talking more about personalities. I know of men who focus so much on demons that they see one behind every issue. I also know of ppl who have gone off the deep end with spiritual gifts and administrations to the point that they demand the respect and acknowledgement of others instead of just seeking to serve the body of Christ with their giftings. I just would like to find some good solid teaching on overcoming and breaking through spiritual darkness that resists the church and it's mission. As i once heard Brother Johnny King say "Before there is a harvest, there must be a battle."

imho the enemy seeks to hinder the church by causing divisions in the body of Christ. you can't learn what you are trying to learn through books. what you want to know is learned through reading your bible and intercessory prayer. If the church is praying in one mind and one accord, the gates of hell can not prevail against her. but there are people much deeper on these boards who maybe can give you more direction.

[acerrak]

many people look at it the wrong way at times. when you say church people think of a building, so lets take the word church out and replace it with < the words > me or I

Yes you will get attacked but many times over you will fight the spirit off. In My dealings of spiritual warfare, If your on the rock and the enemy cant get you, he will attack someone close to you.

Your kids your neighbor your brother or sister,

If the enemy cant seige the city they will attack your supply lines.
and its hard when someone you care about says i want to kill myself.

Maybe your understanding a little more, that its not all about you. Those people who are in your little circle are open for attacks and pillages that will effect you.

so you must get a anchor for your soul, and put on your armor of God. The bible says that no weapon formed against you shall prosper. He didnt say it wouldnt hurt , or there would be bruises or scares.

and Division comes in church when one denomination says your not saved cause you have not done this or that or you have to speak in tounges or this etc etc.

the people are trying to judge people when they shouldnt.