BATTLE AGAINST EVIL POWERS ON ASSIGNMENT AGAINST MY LIFE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Psalm 13:3-4
"Consider and hear me, O Lord my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death; Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him; and those that trouble me rejoice when I am moved."

Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Luke 10:19, Psalm 91:5-7

INTRODUCTION:

The forces of darkness are real, and their mission is to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). Many believers face battles orchestrated by evil powers seeking to hinder their progress and destiny. However, God has given us power and authority to resist and overcome every satanic assignment against our lives. This message will expose the operations of these evil forces and equip us with divine strategies for victory.

1. THE REALITY OF EVIL POWERS AND THEIR ASSIGNMENTS

Evil forces operate in different ways to hinder, oppress, and destroy destinies.

a) They fight to delay and frustrate destinies (Daniel 10:12-13)
Demonic forces resisted Daniel’s prayers, causing delays.
b) They plant afflictions and troubles (Job 2:7)
Satan attacked Job with sickness and losses.
c) They manipulate dreams and thoughts (Matthew 13:25)
The enemy sows tares while men sleep.
d) They cause stagnation and backwardness (Judges 6:3-6)
The Midianites oppressed Israel, preventing progress.
e) Biblical Example: Pharaoh’s oppression of Israel (Exodus 1:9-14)
Pharaoh enslaved Israel to prevent their growth and freedom.

2. SPIRITUAL WEAPONS FOR BATTLE AGAINST EVIL POWERS

God has provided believers with powerful weapons to overcome the enemy.

a) The Word of God (Hebrews 4:12)
God’s Word is a powerful weapon against the enemy.
b) The Blood of Jesus (Revelation 12:11)
The blood of Jesus silences the accusations of the enemy.
c) The Name of Jesus (Philippians 2:9-11)
At the name of Jesus, every knee must bow.
d) The Power of Prayer and Fasting (Matthew 17:21)
Some battles require fasting and prayer for complete victory.
e) Biblical Example: Jesus’ Victory Over Satan (Matthew 4:1-11)
Jesus defeated Satan using the Word of God and spiritual authority.

3. STRATEGIES FOR WINNING THE BATTLE AGAINST EVIL POWERS

To win spiritual battles, we must be spiritually prepared and vigilant.

a) Live a holy and consecrated life (James 4:7)
A life of righteousness keeps the enemy powerless.
b) Engage in consistent prayers and declarations (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
Continuous prayer strengthens spiritual resistance.
c) Break every evil covenant and curse (Colossians 2:14-15)
Jesus has canceled every ordinance working against us.
d) Maintain a life of faith and trust in God (Ephesians 6:16)
The shield of faith quenches the fiery darts of the enemy.
e) Biblical Example: Paul and Silas’ Deliverance (Acts 16:25-26)
Through prayer and praise, they overcame satanic bondage.

4. SIGNS THAT EVIL POWERS ARE ON ASSIGNMENT AGAINST A PERSON

There are indicators that reveal the activities of the enemy in a person’s life.

a) Constant disappointments and near-success syndrome (Genesis 27:36)
Esau lost his blessing due to spiritual manipulation.
b) Unexplained sicknesses and afflictions (Luke 13:11-16)
The woman with the spirit of infirmity suffered for 18 years.
c) Recurring evil patterns in family and lineage (Lamentations 5:7)
Some afflictions pass through generational curses.
d) Sudden financial setbacks and losses (Haggai 1:6)
The enemy can attack financial prosperity.
e) Biblical Example: Job’s Unusual Suffering (Job 1:6-12)
Satan afflicted Job, but God restored him.

5. ENFORCING TOTAL VICTORY OVER EVIL POWERS

As believers, we have victory through Christ and must enforce it in our lives.

a) Declare war against the enemy daily (Psalm 18:37-40)
Spiritual battles require daily engagement.
b) Surround yourself with the fire of God (Zechariah 2:5)
God's presence is a shield against the enemy.
c) Take authority over satanic forces (Luke 10:19)
Jesus has given us dominion over all the power of the enemy.
d) Walk in continuous praise and thanksgiving (2 Chronicles 20:22-24)
Praise confuses the enemy and brings victory.
e) Biblical Example: David’s Victory Over Goliath (1 Samuel 17:45-50)
David confronted Goliath in the name of the Lord and prevailed.

CONCLUSION:

The battle against evil powers is real, but we are more than conquerors through Christ. No weapon formed against us shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against us in judgment is condemned (Isaiah 54:17). As we stand on the Word, pray fervently, and walk in faith, no power of darkness will prevail against our lives. Victory is our portion in Jesus' name!

PRAYER POINTS:

Every evil power assigned against my life, be destroyed by fire!
I cancel every satanic assignment against my destiny in Jesus’ name.
Blood of Jesus, speak against every voice of the enemy in my life.
Every evil altar fighting my progress, be consumed by fire!
I break every generational curse working against my family.
Every demonic stronghold resisting my breakthrough, collapse now!
Lord, release divine protection over my life and family.
I frustrate every plan of the wicked against my destiny.
Every monitoring spirit assigned to my life, receive blindness!
I walk in victory and dominion over all the works of darkness!

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:

No evil power shall prevail against you!
Every assignment of darkness against your destiny is destroyed!
You shall walk in divine victory and dominion!
The fire of God surrounds you as a shield!
Every satanic manipulation against your life is frustrated!
The power of the enemy shall not prosper in your family!
Every battle against your life shall turn into testimony!
The blood of Jesus covers and protects you!
Your enemies shall fall before you in Jesus’ name!
You are more than a conqueror through Christ!

Victory is yours in Jesus’ name! Amen!

DESTINY ALIVE SERIES with Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Friday, 14 March 2025