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Tormenting And Harassing Evil Spirits Series
Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 21, 2025 (message contributor)
Summary: In this sermon, we will explore what tormenting and harassing evil spirits are, how they attack our minds, and how to overcome their attacks through biblical means.
Evil spirits, also known as unclean spirits or demons, are malevolent entities that seek to harm and destroy humanity. They are mentioned throughout the Bible, and their existence is a reality that many people face. In this sermon, we will explore what tormenting and harassing evil spirits are, how they attack our minds, and how to overcome their attacks through biblical means.
What are Tormenting and Harassing Evil Spirits?
Tormenting and harassing evil spirits are demons that specialize in causing emotional, mental, and spiritual distress in individuals. They feed on fear, anxiety, and negativity, and their ultimate goal is to lead people away from God and into bondage to sin.
How do they Attack our Minds?
Evil spirits can attack our minds in various ways, including:
Introducing intrusive thoughts and evil imaginations
Causing doubts and confusions about God's love and plan
Fomenting mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression
Encouraging unholy thinking and sinful behavior
Inspiring suspicion and accusation towards others
Promoting belief in lies and false narratives
Destroying relationships and reputations.
Who Opened the Doors for them?
The Bible teaches that doors to demonic attacks can be opened through sin, rebellion against God, and ignoring spiritual practices such as prayer and Bible reading. When we live in sin or compromise our faith, we can create an opening for evil spirits to enter our lives.
How do they Manifest?
Evil spirits can manifest in various ways, including:
Intrusive thoughts and evil imaginations
Emotional turmoil and mood swings
Accusations and condemnation towards oneself or others
Believing lies and false narratives
Destruction of relationships and reputations
Physical symptoms, such as fatigue, insomnia, or pain.
Why do they Cause Intrusive Thoughts?
Intrusive thoughts are a common tactic used by evil spirits to torment individuals. These thoughts can be disturbing, evil, or blasphemous, and are designed to lead people away from God and into sin.
What does the Bible Say?
The Bible has much to say about evil spirits and how to overcome their attacks. In Ephesians 6:12, we read, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." The Bible also teaches us to "resist the devil, and he will flee from you" (James 4:7).
Here are examples of how evil spirits can attack individuals:
Doubts and Confusions : Evil spirits can introduce doubts and confusions about God's love and plan, leading to anxiety and fear.
Mood Disorders : Demons can cause mood swings, anxiety, and depression, making it difficult to live a peaceful life.
Unholy Thinking : Evil spirits can encourage sinful behavior and unholy thinking, leading to addiction and bondage.
Accusing Others : Demons can inspire accusation and condemnation towards others, leading to conflict and division.
Believing Lies : Evil spirits can promote belief in lies and false narratives, leading to deception and error.
Destroying Relationships : Demons can destroy relationships and reputations through manipulation and deceit.
Torturing with Evil Thoughts : Evil spirits can torment individuals with evil thoughts and imaginations, leading to mental and emotional distress.
Overcoming Evil Spirits
So, how can we overcome the attacks of evil spirits? Here are some biblical strategies:
Plead the Blood of Jesus : The blood of Jesus has power to cleanse us from sin and protect us from demonic attacks (1 John 1:7).
Read Scriptures : Reading and meditating on Scripture can help us to resist demonic attacks and live a victorious life (Psalm 119:11).
Prayer : Prayer is a powerful tool against demonic attacks. We can pray for protection, deliverance, and guidance (Ephesians 6:18).
Repentance : Repentance is essential for overcoming demonic attacks. When we repent, we turn away from sin and towards God (1 John 1:9).
Spiritual Warfare : Engaging in spiritual warfare through prayer and fasting can help us to overcome demonic attacks (Matthew 17:21).
Daily Pleading the Blood of Jesus
To plead the blood of Jesus daily, you can pray a simple prayer, such as:
"Heavenly Father, I come to you in the name of Jesus Christ. I plead the blood of Jesus over my life, my family, and my relationships. Protect us from demonic attacks, and deliver us from evil. I cover myself and my loved ones with the blood of Jesus, and I declare that we are protected and safe in Him. I renounce any sin or compromise that may have opened doors to demonic attacks, and I ask for forgiveness and cleansing. I pray that the Holy Spirit would guide and empower me to live a victorious life, free from the attacks of the enemy. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen."
Here are some powerful Scriptures to read and meditate on when facing demonic attacks:
Psalm 91:1-2, "Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'"