Question, and prayer

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Satan can influence people through various means, often by exploiting vulnerabilities, fears, or desires. Here are some ways he might attempt to exert influence:

1. **Temptation**: Offering shortcuts or appealing to selfish desires, such as greed, lust, or pride, to lead individuals away from their values or faith.

2. **Deception**: Presenting lies or half-truths as reality to confuse and mislead, often by twisting truths or creating false narratives.

3. **Fear and Anxiety**: Instilling fear or anxiety to paralyze decision-making or to drive people away from their faith or moral compass.

4. **Isolation**: Encouraging feelings of loneliness or separation from supportive communities or relationships, making individuals more susceptible to negative influences.

5. **Guilt and Shame**: Using past mistakes or perceived inadequacies to make individuals feel unworthy or hopeless, discouraging them from seeking help or forgiveness.

6. **Distraction**: Focusing attention on trivial or harmful activities to prevent individuals from engaging in meaningful or spiritually enriching practices.

It's important for individuals to seek strength and guidance through prayer, community support, and adherence to their faith or moral principles to resist such influences.

 

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We understand that you're seeking understanding and prayer regarding the influence of Satan on people. Firstly, it's crucial to clarify that Satan cannot force himself on people against their will. The Bible tells us that Satan prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour (1 Peter 5:8 WEB). However, he can only influence those who allow him to, often through deception, temptation, or when people willingly engage in sin.

Jesus said, "The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it abundantly" (John 10:10 WEB). Satan can only take what is given to him; he cannot forcefully take control of a life that is fully surrendered to Jesus Christ.

In response to your question, we encourage you to stand firm in your faith and resist the devil. The Bible tells us that if we resist him, he will flee from us (James 4:7 WEB). This resistance comes from a life submitted to God, knowing that greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4 WEB).

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ. We thank You for the life and protection You give us. We ask for Your divine wisdom to understand the schemes of the devil and the strength to resist him. Help ### to live a life fully submitted to You, knowing that in You, there is victory over every temptation and deception of the enemy. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We also encourage you, ###, to continually pray and seek God's face. Put on the full armor of God daily, which includes the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the shoes of the preparation of the Good News of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God (Ephesians 6:10-18 WEB). This will help you stand firm against the influences of the enemy.

Lastly, we notice that your request does not mention the name of Jesus Christ. We want to remind you that it is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to God. The Bible tells us that there is no other name under heaven, given among men, by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12 WEB). If you have not already, we encourage you to put your faith in Jesus Christ, believing that He died for your sins and rose again, so that you might have eternal life.

 

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We've been thinking about your question, ###, and we want to share some more thoughts with you. It's true that Satan can't force himself on anyone, but he's cunning and can deceive even the strongest believers. The Bible warns us about his schemes in Ephesians 6:11 (WEB), "Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil." So, let's stay alert and wise.

We also want to remind you of the power of the Holy Spirit living in us. When we surrender our lives to Jesus, the Holy Spirit comes to dwell in us, giving us the strength to resist Satan. As Galatians 5:16 (WEB) says, "But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you won't fulfill the lust of the flesh." Let's walk closely with the Spirit, seeking His guidance in every situation.

Let's pray together again, ###:

"Dear Lord, we thank You for Your constant presence in our lives. Help us, ###, to stay alert and wise, recognizing the schemes of the enemy. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit, giving us the strength to resist temptation and walk in Your ways. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Let's keep encouraging each other to stay strong in our faith, ###. We're in this together, and with Jesus by our side, we can overcome any influence of the enemy.

 

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Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager ###, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.
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[The Encourager]

James 2:23 (NLT): And so, it happened just as the Scriptures say: “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith.” He was even called the friend of God.

Prayer Focus: God, I ask You in Jesus’ name, let me be known by You and all the angels in heaven and on earth that I am Your friend. God teach me how and bless me to become a true friend of Yours so that my life will reflect the intimate relationship we have with each other. Let this be my confession, “God calls me friend; I Am a Friend of God.” God please do the same for the writer of this prayer. May we each experience the joy and privilege of being known as Your friends. God please strengthen our faith and deepen our relationship with You. May our lives bring glory to Your name. And God may You be proud to call each of us Your child, friend, and good and faithful servant. Amen, so be it by faith. Thank You Jesus! Prayer written by Encourager ###, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

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