The enemy knows God’s Word, not because he desires to live it out, but to misuse it for his evil schemes and plans. When Jesus was tempted in the wilderness, the enemy misused the word of God to try to trick Jesus, and with each temptation, Jesus conquered the enemy’s attack, not just with the Word of God, but with the correct interpretation and application of God’s word. The enemy is cunning, and he will use God’s truth to get us to believe a lie. We see throughout history how the very words of God have been misused to enact and justify pain, suffering, and evil. As believers, we must know God’s Word and how to properly apply it, or we will fall victim to the scheme of the enemy. Proverbs 30:5 tells us:
“Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.” (Proverbs 30:5 ESV)
The enemy can misuse the Bible all he wants, but God’s word will not come back to Him void. As the enemy attacks with lies, we must take up our sword of the spirit which is the Word of God, and fight back in truth.
Remember, it’s the truth of God’s Word that speaks to the enemy’s certain demise and our certain victory.
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for the power of Your word that You’ve given to me for my protection. May it be a shield and sword to protect me from the lies of the enemy. I pray for wisdom and strength to always stand on Your truth. In Jesus Christ’s Name, I pray, Amen.
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