The Rules of Engagement

The Rules of Engagement

U nholy A lliances Unholy alliances are ungodly, close associations established through demonic influences so as to reinforce satanic plans and purposes in your life. (See Daniel 11:1–6.) U nsanctified S ouls Although many believers are truly and sincerely saved, their souls remain unconverted. (See Luke 22:31–32.) The following are areas in our lives that can become unsanctified: agendas, ambitions, appetites, desires, ideologies, intentions, motives, passions, perceptions, and philosophies. V ain I magination Narcissism and arrogance of the mind often lead believers into more depen dence on self, education, good looks, intelligence, or the likes, than dependence on God. This is a trick of the enemy because without God we are nothing. (See Genesis 8:21; Deuteronomy 29:19; 31:21.) V engeance /V indictiveness Getting back at and getting even with someone are two acts of revenge. Getting revenge should never be on the tongue of a believer. There are universal, spir itual laws that work for us if we are wronged. Besides, God reminds us in Romans 12:19 that vengeance belongs to Him, and that He will repay any wrongdoing. So remember that the next time you are tempted by the enemy to get someone back. V exations The enemy will attempt to overwhelm, harass, and exasperate you—don’t let him. This is not your battle; the battle belongs to the Lord. Go into prayer and spiritual warfare against this spirit. Insist that it cease and desist in the name of the Lord. (See Ecclesiastes 4:6; Acts 12:1.)

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