THE GOD WHO FIGHTS INVISIBLE BATTLES

THE GOD WHO FIGHTS INVISIBLE BATTLES

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 2 Kings 6:16-17

Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:14, Psalm 91:1-8, Isaiah 54:17, Ephesians 6:12, Psalm 35:1-6

INTRODUCTION:
Life is more than what meets the eye. There is a spiritual realm that governs much of what happens in the physical. Many battles people face are not natural—they are invisible, spiritual, and orchestrated in realms unseen. Yet, we are not helpless. We serve a God who not only sees the invisible but fights our battles on that level. God is not only a warrior; He is the LORD of Hosts, the Commander of the armies of Heaven. This sermon will expose the reality of invisible battles and reveal the assurance we have in the God who fights them for us.

In 2 Kings 6, Elisha’s servant panicked at the sight of a surrounding army, but Elisha saw what his servant could not—a heavenly army far greater. God opened his eyes to see into the invisible realm. That same God is still fighting for us today against demonic conspiracies, satanic ambushes, and unseen traps. When you understand that God fights for you, fear disappears and faith arises.

1.  INVISIBLE BATTLES ARE REAL

a) The unseen realm influences the natural realm (Ephesians 6:12)
The Bible reveals that we wrestle not against flesh and blood but against principalities, powers, and spiritual wickedness in high places.

b) Many troubles in life have spiritual origins (Job 1:6-12)
Job’s trials began in a heavenly confrontation. His visible suffering had invisible roots.

c) Satan deploys invisible agents to attack destinies (Daniel 10:12-13)
The prince of Persia delayed Daniel’s answer through spiritual resistance.

d) You cannot win a spiritual battle with carnal weapons (2 Corinthians 10:4)
Victory comes through divine weapons empowered by God.

Biblical Example: Elisha and his servant (2 Kings 6:15-17). Though the servant saw enemies, Elisha saw angelic warriors on fiery chariots. God was already fighting for them.

2. GOD FIGHTS EVEN WHEN YOU CAN’T SEE HIM

a) God goes ahead of His children to scatter unseen traps (Deuteronomy 1:30)
He fights for us as we trust and follow Him.

b) The battle may be silent, but God’s power is active (Isaiah 45:2)
God breaks gates of brass and cuts through bars of iron without your knowledge.

c) He delivers from traps and conspiracies we never discerned (Psalm 124:7)
Our soul escapes from the snare of the fowler.

d) His angels are constantly on assignment (Psalm 91:11)
They guard and deliver God's people from harm.

Biblical Example: Israel at the Red Sea (Exodus 14:19-25). God moved the pillar of cloud behind them and troubled the Egyptians’ chariots. Israel didn’t lift a finger.

3.  GOD’S PROTECTION SURROUNDS YOU EVEN IN BATTLE

a) The enemy may gather, but they shall scatter (Isaiah 54:15-17)
Every tongue and weapon formed will not prosper against God’s people.

b) God shields the righteous with His presence (Psalm 5:12)
His favour acts as a shield in the unseen realm.

c) The name of the Lord is a strong tower (Proverbs 18:10)
It protects from attacks both seen and unseen.

d) God sets boundaries even for demonic forces (Job 1:10)
There is a hedge around the faithful that the enemy cannot cross unless permitted.

Biblical Example: The three Hebrew boys (Daniel 3:23-25). Though thrown into fire, the presence of the fourth Man ensured they were untouchable.

4.  YOU MUST ENFORCE YOUR VICTORY THROUGH PRAYER

a) Prayer is a weapon of warfare in the invisible realm (James 5:16-18)
Elijah’s prayers controlled the heavens. Prayer shifts spiritual atmospheres.

b) Fasting breaks spiritual resistance (Mark 9:29)
Some demonic opposition only yields through fasting and prayer.

c) The Word of God is your sword in battle (Ephesians 6:17)
Speak the Word to silence the enemy’s voice.

d) Praise confuses and disarms the enemy (2 Chronicles 20:22)
When Judah praised, the Lord set ambushments against their enemies.

Biblical Example: Peter’s deliverance from prison (Acts 12:5-11). The church prayed and God sent an angel to release him, unknown to the guards.

5.  GOD WILL GIVE YOU VICTORY WITHOUT A FIGHT

a) God will make your enemies destroy themselves (2 Chronicles 20:23)
When God steps in, you can win without lifting a sword.

b) Divine strategy will override satanic opposition (Joshua 6:20)
Jericho’s wall fell by divine instruction, not human effort.

c) God frustrates the devices of the crafty (Job 5:12)
He stops their plans before they are executed.

d) You will collect spoils from the battles you didn’t fight (Exodus 12:35-36)
The Israelites collected gold from the Egyptians without a battle.

Biblical Example: King Jehoshaphat (2 Chronicles 20:17). God told them to stand still, and He fought the battle on their behalf.

CONCLUSION:
The battles of life are not always fought with physical weapons or visible opponents. Many challenges people face originate from the invisible realm, where demonic forces wage war against destinies. But as children of God, we are not victims—we are victors because we have the God who fights invisible battles on our side.

You may not always see what’s happening in the spiritual, but trust the One who does. Keep praying, keep believing, and keep declaring God's Word. His angelic army is active, His fire is working, and your victory is sure.

PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for fighting the battles I cannot see.
2. Lord, open my eyes to discern spiritual realities.
3. Every invisible force working against my life, be exposed and destroyed in Jesus’ name.
4. I activate angelic assistance over my life and family.
5. Let every secret trap of the enemy against me fail completely.
6. I cover my home and destiny with the blood of Jesus.
7. Lord, contend with those who contend with me.
8. Father, frustrate every demonic conspiracy against my rising.
9. Let my life be surrounded with divine fire and glory.
10. I decree victory in every invisible battle assigned against me.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:
1. You shall not be a victim of invisible battles again!
2. God is releasing angelic warriors to fight for you!
3. Every unseen trap set against you is destroyed now!
4. The power of the enemy over your family is broken!
5. Your spiritual eyes shall be opened to see divine help!
6. You are shielded from the arrows that fly by night!
7. Your victory shall be without struggle!
8. Where others fall, you will stand strong!
9. The fire of God will consume every secret enemy!
10. From today, you will walk in boldness and not fear!