Every natural thing is merely a manifestation of something spiritual. This set of slides explores the spirit realm and guidance for the spiritual warfare required of all born-again believers.
A teaching on Spiritual warfare, the supernatural beings, powers and limitations. Slides set to audio of teaching available at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJbfZ1lG3x8O0wic7jtGtIA
A teaching on Spiritual warfare, the supernatural beings, powers and limitations. Slides set to audio of teaching available at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJbfZ1lG3x8O0wic7jtGtIA
The World, the Flesh and the Devil are the 3 enemies of the Christian. Satan is our spiritual enemy, the World is our External enemy and the Flesh is our Internal enemy.
John 3:1-5. A New Life In Christ. In the new life we have been born again. In the new life we are a new creation. In the new life we crucify the flesh with its passions and desires. In the new life we are transformed by the renewing of our minds. In the new life we are renewed by the Holy Spirit. In the new life we are dead to sin but alive to God. In the new life we are washed from our sins. in the new life we put to death the old man and put on the new man. In the new life we died and our life is hidden with Christ in God. In the new life we were brought back from death in sin.
Know Your Enemy: Series on Spiritual Warfare (Part 1)David Turner
Part One in a Series on Spiritual Warfare. You can't fight the enemy if you don't know you have an enemy. You can't prepare for the enemy unless you know something about the enemy. Visit us at Bibleguy.org
With so many false prophets among us, what does a TRUE prophet look like? This Bible study guides the believer through the characteristics exhibited by one truly called as a mouthpiece for God.
This Bible study delves into the afterlife and eternal future. Do you know what will happen when you die? The truth about heaven and hell? A detailed study of Scripture will reveal the truth.
The World, the Flesh and the Devil are the 3 enemies of the Christian. Satan is our spiritual enemy, the World is our External enemy and the Flesh is our Internal enemy.
John 3:1-5. A New Life In Christ. In the new life we have been born again. In the new life we are a new creation. In the new life we crucify the flesh with its passions and desires. In the new life we are transformed by the renewing of our minds. In the new life we are renewed by the Holy Spirit. In the new life we are dead to sin but alive to God. In the new life we are washed from our sins. in the new life we put to death the old man and put on the new man. In the new life we died and our life is hidden with Christ in God. In the new life we were brought back from death in sin.
Know Your Enemy: Series on Spiritual Warfare (Part 1)David Turner
Part One in a Series on Spiritual Warfare. You can't fight the enemy if you don't know you have an enemy. You can't prepare for the enemy unless you know something about the enemy. Visit us at Bibleguy.org
With so many false prophets among us, what does a TRUE prophet look like? This Bible study guides the believer through the characteristics exhibited by one truly called as a mouthpiece for God.
This Bible study delves into the afterlife and eternal future. Do you know what will happen when you die? The truth about heaven and hell? A detailed study of Scripture will reveal the truth.
What Is Control? Control seems to be a problem in every time of transition from an old wave of God's glory to a new wave, such as we are experiencing today. The power of control affects every circle of Christianity. The abuse of control holds people in unnecessary bondage and hinders them from fulfilling the purpose of God in their lives. There is a natural control that people can exert over others, and there is a self-control that must be exercised within the individual. But there is also a demonic control that can be exercised by one person over another. While this book will deal with the abuse of control, we will also examine the positive side of control, which is called "commitment." This God-given authority is placed on an individual who is committed to fulfill the plan of God in the earth and who looks to the Lord—not to people—for personal security and promotion. Each of us needs to exercise self-control in order to keep ourselves free from sin. We exercise that control by applying the Word of God to our lives. The Word is the balance, and we must all use discipline in our daily experiences. But people who exercise abusive control seek to become the deciding factor in the lives of others. Such individuals replace the Word of God as the balance in the lives of those whom they dominate; they react negatively if they are not the control point of all decisions made. We must realize that what is happening in the spiritual realm is being reflected in the natural realm. There is a great struggle going on in the world today for control of people's minds. This struggle is between the forces of light (Christianity) and the forces of darkness (Satanic powers).
Organic Worship | New Testament FellowshipDr. Joy Allen
This Bible study outline examines the New Testament model for Christian assembly, compares it to the practices of today, and suggest practical methods to ensure our modern fellowship and meetings fulfill the purpose set forth by the original apostles of Jesus Christ.
This was a sermon I preached at Tianjin International Fellowship (China). Jesus spoke this parable to teach us about our hearts and our responses to hearing the gospel.
This is a sermon I preached at Tianjin International Fellowship (China). In Psalm 8, King David speaks of God's glory and how man's glory and destiny reflects upon God.
Are You a Spiritual Discerner? (Matthew 7:1-23)Mark Wickersham
This is a sermon I preached at Tianjin International Fellowship (China). The first 23 verses of Matthew 7, part of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, are examined.
10 Signs That You Are Born To Make It BIG In LifeAbhishek Shah
While majority of us remain quite content with whatever we have achieved with hard work and dedication, there is a rare species in human being, who are never satisfied with their work.
They are the ones who keep pressing for perfection and set new benchmarks in life. They are the ones who set new goals even before the earlier ones are achieved. Are you one of them?
You are the Christ: The Son of the Living God (Matthew 16:13-20)Mark Wickersham
This was my first sermon I preached at First Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Frankfort (Indiana). Jesus asks His disciples who the people are saying He is and who they say He is, and the Apostle Peter says He is God's Son.
The Bible makes it clear that their is a spiritual battle going on to neutralise the witness of the Christian. The demonic forces are also at work to ensure that people do not come to faith. This sermon looks at how Christian's can overcome the demonic.
God's people have been granted power over the enemy. It's important for every born-again believer to understand the spiritual weapons God has granted to His saints. We are called to spiritual warfare, and we are equipped to win!
Spirituality is defined by our cultural context and the gospel redefines the spirituality of Cultures. This is the work of the Holy Spirit, often in engageing other spirits.
17. Why Do People Refuse to Believe in God? Notes (A4)William Anderson
This is the 18th teaching in our series “Growing Deep in the Gospel” and is the second one dealing with defending the gospel. In this study we answered the question “Why Do People Refuse to Believe in God?”. To start we looked at Bible verses that showed us why people should believe in God and why people don’t. Then we looked at quotes from two books that showed us why people don’t believe from different perspectives and we finished by looking how we could help people to find God.
How do you respond to the idea that there are spiritual powers and demons in the universe that are working against God's will?
How are you aware of the spiritual warfare around you? If Satan is a "deceiver" and our Lord calls him "the father of lies" then how have his lies affected your life? What lies have you believed (in the past, or possibly now) about yourself, others and God? These and other questions are addressed in this study.
17. Why Do People Refuse to Believe in God? Notes (Letter Sized)William Anderson
This is the 18th teaching in our series “Growing Deep in the Gospel” and is the second one dealing with defending the gospel. In this study we answered the question “Why Do People Refuse to Believe in God?”. To start we looked at Bible verses that showed us why people should believe in God and why people don’t. Then we looked at quotes from two books that showed us why people don’t believe from different perspectives and we finished by looking how we could help people to find God.
Pastor Elio Marrocco's "Expelling Demons" sermon at New Life Christian Church on August 3, 2012. You can learn more about New Life Christian Church here: http://www.newlifecc.ca
Fear of Exposure Sermon by Hayley SolichHayley Solich
Hayley Solich explores the concept of fear of exposure, covering the themes of:
- Unrighteous Fear vs Righteous Fear
- Sin vs Forgiveness
- Grace vs Shame
- Walking in the Light vs Walking in Darkness
- Repentance and Confession vs Trying to Hide Your Sin
Every born-again believer should understand the promise of our Savior's return. This belief and hope is critical to the belief system of every Christian, yet many don't know what to "expect" from the Messiah. This presentation offers a basic understanding of the Parousia and an entry level overview of Eschatology.
The world needs leaders of impact! God has called His people to create change in the earth. This presentation outlines the book LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE by Pat Williams, used by permission.
The tongue is a powerful tool, capable of building up or tearing down, creating or destroying. We must use this powerful instrument as God has intended.
Do you desire to hear God's voice? How do you know when He's speaking? This study details the methods through which God speaks and the heart we must have in order to hear Him clearly.
In order to rightly divide the word of truth, we must understand the context of God's word, which to at least some extent, is impacted by history and timing. This Bible study delves into the dispensations of time, revealing God's relationship with mankind in each.
NOTE: This study document contains images and graphs that are either available for common use (without sale) or copied by permission. No copyright infringement intended.
This presentation, Rekindling the Altar of God, is an encouragement to believers to reignite the worship that God requires.
To the surprise of many, our modern day "altars" and altar calls do not line up with Scripture or the worship requirements of our Heavenly Father.
This presentation was utilized in the 2011 Leadership Summit hosted by Breath of Life International Church. It exposes the many challenges faced by leaders in public ministry while proposing solutions to some of those issues.
If you want to study the word of God, but don't quite know where to start, this study will help you initiate a strong love and understanding for God's word. You'll be introduced to a number of practical methods, along with explanations of how God's word is revealed through the three
The presentation reveals the origin of the New Testament Church. What did it look like? When and how was it established? This presentation outlines the establishment and characteristics of the New Testament Church and Apostolic order.
You can win over 700 souls to Christ every year! Prophet Joy Allen is a graduate of The Master's Touch School of Evangelism. In addition, she has been active in effective evangelism for over 15 years. In the class, offered by Breath of Life International Church, students are taught the methods of effective evangelism, based on the Master, Himself - Jesus Christ!
What should leadership look like in the Body of Christ? How do the positions of Deacon and Elder (Bishop) compare to and work with the "Five-Fold" or Ascension Gifts?
What does Christian unity really look? Why is it needed? Is unity always good? This Bible study outlines what the Bible says about unity within the Body of Christ.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
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1. The Spirit Realm
and Spiritual Warfare
Dr. Joy Allen for Breath of Life International Church, 2016
2. God is Spirit
o John 4:24
God is a Spirit: and they that worship
him must worship him in spirit and in
truth.
o Greek pneuma
o a simple essence, devoid of all or at least
all grosser matter, and possessed of the
power of knowing, desiring, deciding, and
acting
3. Spirit Cased in Flesh
o Genesis 2:7
And the Lord God formed man of the
dust of the ground, and breathed into
his nostrils the breath of life (Hebrew
nĕshamah, “breath” or “spirit”); and
man became a living soul.
4. Adversaries of the Saints
o The World
o a system of thinking and values that
oppose God’s Truth
o Sinful Nature/Flesh
o that nature within us that opposes
God’s Will
o Satan
o a spirit being who opposes God’s
Rule
5. Satan, the Ultimate Enemy
o Isaiah 14:12-17
o Downfall caused by pride
o Destroyed nations
o Fallen from heaven
o Ezekiel 28:12-17
o Was a model of perfection
o Wise and full of beauty
o Heart was full of pride
o Revelation 12:3-9
o War in heaven (Michael vs. the dragon)
o A third of the stars (angels) cast to earth
o The dragon and his angels (demons/imps)
6. Who is Satan?
o 2 Corinthians 4:4
o The god of this world
o Luke 4:5-6
o Power and jurisdiction over the
kingdoms [and systems] of this world
o Job 1:1, 6-12; Daniel 10:2-21
o A hindrance to God’s people
o Zechariah 3:1-2
o An accuser of God’s people
7. The Heavens
• The air
• Matthew 6:26
• Flesh dominance
Atmospheric
• Outer space
• Deuteronomy 4:19
• Matter dominance
Celestial
• The 3rd Heaven
• Hebrews 9:24
• Spirit dominance
Heavenly Kingdom
10. 1st Sphere Angels Defined
SERAPHIM
• Closest to the throne
of God
• Bearers of love and
light
• Worship (chanting
Holy, Holy, Holy…)
CHERUBIM
• Full of knowledge
• Keepers of God’s
secrets
• Tasked with great
feats (i.e. expelling
men from Eden)
• Charioteers of God,
steering the
Ophanim
OPHANIM
• God’s chariot
• Full of submission
and peace
• Carry out God’s
judgment
• Pass messages to
men and lower
angels
• Described as wheels
with many eyes and
glowing light
11. 2nd Sphere Angels Defined
DOMINATIONS
• Rule over angelic
orders
• Regulate duties of
lower angels
• Middle management
between 1st and 2nd
spheres
• Zeal for the
maintenance of
God’s authority
VIRTUES
• Maintain aspects of
the natural world
• Bestow material
blessings (miracles)
• Called on to combat
the enemies of
salvation
• Power over celestial
bodies, seasons and
weather
POWERS
• Favorites among
men
• Maintain borders
between heaven and
earth
• On guard against
demonic attack
• Chaperone souls
from the mortal to
the immortal
12. 3nd Sphere Angels Defined
PRINCIPALITIES
• Guide and protect
nations, towns and
cities
• Watch over religion
and politics
ARCHANGELS
• Execute important
missions to men
• Protect the Church
• Guard God’s
ministers
• Also known as
guardian angels
ANGELS
• God’s messengers
to men
• Protect souls and
families from attacks
of the enemy
14. Demonic Assignment
Satan
King of Hell
Father of Lies
Prince of this world
Demons,
Devils,
Evil Spirits
Command demonic
activity
Solicit worship and
influence thought
Ex. Beelzebub, Baal
Influencers,
Runners,
Messengers
Imps, ghosts and
apparitions
Oppression &
Possession
(i.e. python,
incubus/succubus)
Character alters
(control, pride, etc.)
15. Demonic Strategy
• Attempts to make
people believe lies
• Genesis 3:4
Deception
• Entices and
encourages men to
sin
• Matthew 4:1-10
Temptation • Uses the mistakes
of one’s past to
discourage and
condemn
• Revelation 12:10
Accusations
16. Classes of Demonic Spirits
o Foul/unclean spirits
o Afflict the mind and soul of man
o Unclean thoughts, depression, immoral acts, etc.
o Lying spirits
o Spirits of deception
o Often manifest miracles and signs to deceive God’s people;
divination
o Active in the local church
o Deaf and dumb spirits
o Inhibit the acts of human subjects
o Often disguised or classified as mental disability
o Spirits of infirmity (sickness and disease)
o Spirits of seduction
o False doctrines and the occult
o Spirits of divination (familiar spirits)
o Connection with the dead
18. The Armor of God
o Helmet of SALVATION
o Breastplate of RIGHTEOUSNESS
o Girdle of TRUTH
o Shoes of the GOSPEL of peace
o Shield of FAITH
o Sword of the Spirit (WORD OF
GOD)
o Cloak of ZEAL (Isaiah 59:17)
19. Supernatural Weapons
o 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
o Weapons are not carnal; mighty through God
o Pull down strongholds
o Cast down imaginations; thoughts into captivity
o Mark 16:17
o Devils are cast out by believers
o Revelation 12:11
o The blood of Christ overcomes
o The word of testimony
o Hebrews 4:12
o God’s word is powerful and sharp
o Matthew 17:21
o Fasting and prayer overcome demons
20. Warfare Responsibilities
o Cast out demons
o Matthew 10:6-8; Mark 16:15-18
o Bring deliverance to captives
o Luke 4:14-18
o Trample on serpents and scorpions
o Luke 10:19
o Power and authority over all demons
o Luke 9:1
o Power over unclean spirits
o Matthew 10:1
o Destroy the works of the devil
o 1 John 3:8
22. The Mindset of a Soldier
o 2 Timothy 2:4
o No cares for the things of this world
o Desire to please God
o Prioritizes responsibility of being a
soldier
o Good/successful at war
Fighting is not good enough. You are
expected to WIN!
23. Wrestle | War | Fight
o Revelation 13:7
o Satan rages war against God’s holy people
o Daniel 7:25
o The enemy desires to oppress (wear down) God’s
people
o Ephesians 6:11-18
o Stand against Satan’s wiles (trickery)
o God’s people are called to fight against:
o PRINCIPALITIES (magistrate, ruler ship)
o POWERS (supernatural forces)
o RULERS OF DARKNESS (worldly, evil rulers)
o WICKED SPIRITS IN HIGH PLACES (celestial
iniquity)
Avoidance is NOT an option. You MUST FIGHT!
24. Resist | Rebuke | Command
o 1 Peter 5:8-9
o Be sober and watchful
o James 4:7
o Resist the devil
o 1 John 4:4
o The Holy Ghost is greater and more powerful
o Luke 8:28; James 2:19
o Satan and his demons are tormented by Christ
o Rebuke and command him to go, in Jesus’ name
o No need to beg, plead or negotiate with the enemy
25. Stages of Demonic Influence
• Temptation, based on lusts, thoughts or direct demonic
communication, designed to draw us away from the things
of God
Foothold/Transmission
• Habits and mental rehearsals are formed based on a
foothold that was not thwarted (i.e. pornography, pride,
greed, etc.)
Manipulation/Stronghold
• External control, gained by the enemy, to keep an
individual in a state of instability; control of thoughts and
emotions
Oppression/Yoke
• A breakdown of sanity and reason due to the compulsive
nature of the individual and their loss of control (i.e.
addictions, such as drugs, alcohol, sex, etc.)
Obsession/Bondage
• Demonic control is manifested to the point that the
individual lacks control and his/her own will has no power;
requires external intervention for deliverance
Demonization/Possession