The God Who Shuts The Mouth Of The Adversary Series

THE GOD WHO SHUTS THE MOUTH OF THE ADVERSARY

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Daniel 6:19-22

Key Verse: “My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut the lions’ mouths, that they have not hurt me: forasmuch as before him innocency was found in me; and also before thee, O king, have I done no hurt.” — Daniel 6:22 (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Psalm 63:11; Psalm 107:42; Isaiah 54:17; Exodus 14:13-14; Romans 8:31

INTRODUCTION:

Every believer faces adversaries; people, powers, or circumstances that seek to harm, accuse, or discredit them. Yet, the Scripture reveals a powerful truth: our God is the One who shuts the mouth of the adversary. He defends His children, vindicates their integrity, and turns every scheme of the enemy into a testimony of victory.

The adversary’s greatest weapon is accusation, words spoken to destroy reputation, faith, or destiny. But when God steps in, the voices of slander, manipulation, and destruction are silenced. He causes every false witness to be confounded and every evil expectation to fail.

In Daniel’s case, the lions’ den became a platform for God’s glory. The same lions that should have devoured him could not open their mouths because divine authority had spoken. When God shuts the mouth of the adversary, no weapon, word, or wicked plot can prevail against His chosen vessel.

1. GOD DEFENDS THE RIGHTEOUS FROM FALSE ACCUSATION

God is the ultimate defender of those who walk uprightly. When the enemy rises with lies and deceit, God stands as your advocate and vindicator.

a) God is your defender in the courtroom of life (Psalm 35:1-2): He contends with those who contend with you and fights against those who fight against you.

b) The truth will always outlive the lie (Proverbs 12:19): Lies may travel fast, but truth stands firm forever.

c) God vindicates the innocent (Psalm 37:5-6): He will cause your righteousness to shine like the noonday sun.

d) The enemy’s words will return void (Isaiah 54:17): Every tongue that rises in judgment against you shall be condemned by the Lord.

Biblical Example: Joseph was falsely accused by Potiphar’s wife, but God vindicated him, lifting him from the prison to the palace (Genesis 39:19-23; 41:40-44).

2. GOD SILENCES EVIL POWERS AND CONSPIRACIES

The enemy often plots in secret, but God knows every plan and frustrates the devices of the wicked.

a) God exposes hidden conspiracies (Job 5:12): He frustrates the plans of crafty men so their hands cannot perform their enterprise.

b) Divine intervention nullifies demonic schemes (Psalm 124:1-3): Without God’s help, our enemies would have swallowed us alive.

c) God silences the voices of divination and manipulation (Numbers 23:23): No enchantment or sorcery can prevail against the people of God.

d) God turns evil counsel into confusion (2 Samuel 15:31): The counsel of Ahithophel was turned into foolishness for David’s sake.

Biblical Example: Haman plotted to destroy Mordecai, but God turned the evil plan upon his own head (Esther 7:9-10).

3. GOD SHUTS THE MOUTH OF ADVERSITY THROUGH DIVINE INTERVENTION

When the battle becomes fierce, God Himself steps into the situation and intervenes supernaturally to bring deliverance.

a) God steps into impossible situations (Exodus 14:13-14): When the Red Sea faced Israel, God fought and silenced Pharaoh’s threats forever.

b) Divine power neutralises natural danger (Daniel 6:22): The same lions that were meant to destroy Daniel were rendered harmless by divine command.

c) Angels are dispatched to defend the righteous (Psalm 34:7): The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him and delivers them.

d) The God of peace will crush the adversary (Romans 16:20): The victory of the righteous is assured because God has the final say.

Biblical Example: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were delivered from the fiery furnace by divine intervention; the fire lost its power over them (Daniel 3:25-27).

4. GOD TURNS YOUR TEST INTO A TESTIMONY OF GLORY

Every battle you face has a redemptive purpose, to glorify God and announce His supremacy before the world.

a) God uses your trials to display His power (John 9:3): Your afflictions are platforms for divine glory.

b) What was meant to destroy you becomes your testimony (Genesis 50:20): God turns evil intentions into instruments of good.

c) The mouths of your enemies shall proclaim your victory (Psalm 126:2): Those who mocked you will testify of God’s faithfulness.

d) Your deliverance will bring many to salvation (Daniel 6:26-27): King Darius decreed that all should fear the God of Daniel after his deliverance.

Biblical Example: The resurrection of Jesus silenced all adversaries and proved that the power of God cannot be defeated (Matthew 28:5-7).

CONCLUSION:

When God shuts the mouth of the adversary, every false voice is silenced, every evil plot is destroyed, and every attack becomes a testimony. The believer must therefore learn to trust in God’s defence and maintain integrity even when falsely accused. Our God is not silent, He fights for His own.