WHO IS FIGHTING MY TESTIMONY?

Title: WHO IS FIGHTING MY TESTIMONY?

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Ephesians 6:12
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”

Supporting Texts: John 10:10, Daniel 10:12-13, Revelation 12:10-11, Zechariah 3:1-5, 1 Peter 5:8

INTRODUCTION:
Testimonies are tangible evidence of God’s goodness in a believer’s life, but the enemy often fights them to delay or deny their manifestation. Recognising the forces fighting your testimony and taking spiritual action is crucial to ensuring victory. This message examines the spiritual battles believers face and the strategies to overcome them.

1. UNDERSTANDING THE ENEMIES OF YOUR TESTIMONY

a) Satan – The Chief Opponent:
Satan’s mission is to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). He fights to hinder testimonies from glorifying God.

b) Demonic Powers:
Principalities and powers operate to cause delays and frustration (Ephesians 6:12).

c) Household Wickedness:
Sometimes, enemies arise from within one’s household (Micah 7:6).

d) Self-Sabotage:
Disobedience, doubt, and fear can hinder testimonies (Numbers 13:31-33).

e) Biblical Example:
Daniel’s answer was delayed for 21 days due to the Prince of Persia’s resistance (Daniel 10:12-13).

2. STRATEGIES USED TO FIGHT YOUR TESTIMONY

a) Accusations:
The enemy accuses believers before God to hinder their blessings (Revelation 12:10).

b) Manipulation and Deception:
The devil uses lies to create doubt in God’s promises (Genesis 3:1-5).

c) Evil Covenants and Curses:
These can work against the manifestation of testimonies (Lamentations 5:7).

d) Fear and Intimidation:
The enemy instils fear to weaken faith (2 Timothy 1:7).

e) Biblical Example:
Joshua, the high priest, faced satanic accusations but was delivered by God’s intervention (Zechariah 3:1-5).

3. HOW TO IDENTIFY WHO OR WHAT IS FIGHTING YOUR TESTIMONY

a) Spiritual Sensitivity:
Through prayer and discernment, the Holy Spirit reveals hidden battles (1 Corinthians 2:10).

b) Patterns of Delay:
Repeated cycles of unfulfilled promises may indicate spiritual opposition (Judges 6:3-4).

c) Unexplainable Resistance:
When every effort seems blocked, it may be a spiritual attack (1 Thessalonians 2:18).

d) Dreams and Visions:
God sometimes reveals enemies through dreams (Job 33:15-18).

e) Biblical Example:
God revealed Haman’s plot against the Jews to Esther, leading to their deliverance (Esther 6:1-10).

4. STRATEGIES TO OVERCOME THE ENEMIES OF YOUR TESTIMONY

a) Engage in Fervent Prayer:
Persistent prayer breaks barriers (Luke 18:1-8).

b) Plead the Blood of Jesus:
The blood of Jesus is a weapon of victory (Revelation 12:11).

c) Declare God’s Promises:
Confession of the Word nullifies the enemy’s lies (Isaiah 55:11).

d) Walk in Righteousness:
Holiness silences the enemy’s accusations (Proverbs 28:1).

Biblical Example:
Paul and Silas prayed and praised God, breaking the chains of opposition (Acts 16:25-26).

5. LIVING IN PERPETUAL TESTIMONIES

a) Trust in God’s Faithfulness:
Believe that God will perfect what He has started (Philippians 1:6).

b) Cultivate a Lifestyle of Thanksgiving:
Gratitude invites God’s intervention (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

c) Stay in the Word:
The Word of God equips you to overcome spiritual battles (Hebrews 4:12).

d) Remain Vigilant:
Watch and pray to avoid falling into temptation (Matthew 26:41).

e) Biblical Example:
Joseph trusted God through trials and lived a life of testimonies (Genesis 50:20).

CONCLUSION:
The battles against your testimony are real, but victory is guaranteed in Christ. By identifying the forces at work and applying spiritual principles, you can overcome and see God’s promises manifest in your life. Remember, no weapon formed against you shall prosper.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, expose every enemy fighting my testimony.

2. Lord, break every yoke of delay in my life.

3. Father, let every evil hand holding my testimony be cut off.

4. Lord, empower me to overcome every spiritual battle.

5. Father, release my testimony without further delay.

6. Lord, cover me with the blood of Jesus for protection.

7. Father, silence every voice speaking against my testimony.

8. Lord, strengthen my faith to hold onto Your promises.

9. Father, let every evil plot against my testimony fail.

10. Lord, I declare that my testimony will glorify You.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS:

1. Every delay to your testimony is broken in Jesus’ name.

2. The hand of God will lift you above every opposition.

3. Every accuser standing against you will be silenced.

4. Your testimony will manifest speedily in this season.

5. You will overcome every spiritual barrier hindering your breakthrough.

6. The glory of God will shine through your testimony.

7. Your enemies will see your testimony and bow to God.

8. You will testify of God’s goodness before the end of this year.

9. The forces fighting your testimony are defeated in Jesus’ name.

10. Your testimony will inspire faith in others and glorify God.