Show Notes
In this interview Skyler interview Dr. Gerry Breshears spiritual warfare, demons, and Jesus. Gerry is a professor of Theology at Western Seminary, on the Board of Directors for the Bible Project, and an Elder at Grace Community Church in Oregon. Gerry I spent countless hours researching and teaching on this topic. [NOTE: Our Podcast will be releasing episodes every other week] Spiritual Warfare Couse3 Crucial Questions about Spiritual Warfare, by Clint ArnoldGerry Breshear (Website)Western SeminarySpiritual Warfare takes place in ...In the World: The narrative of what will make you successfulIn the Flesh: Our selfish desires.And the Devil: demonic beings working through attachment to attack. Most common form in the Western world is accusation and deception.Method of Attack Have an assessment of things in your life (physical, emotional, relation, and demonic) Gerry listens for an accusing voice, an oppressive presence, and if one has had involvement in spiritualism and occultism.Understand your foundation and authority you have in ChristYou're in the kingdom of light (Colossians 1), not in the kingdom of darkness.Jesus has disarmed the the demonic forces at the cross (Colossians 2), they have no authority over you.Act like Jesus Speak Scripture out loud.Tells whatever it is to go away because you are a Son of the Most high God. Focus 100% of your attention upon Jesus.Things you must know about Spiritual WarfareDemons are real (contrary to Western opinions)Our Problems as people are Multimodal, so see... a doctor to check on your physical health a go to Christian counselor to check on your psychological healtha pastor to check on your spiritual healtha spirit led friend to help you discern your inner world
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