Get rid of all bitterness, passion, and anger. No more shouting or insults, no more hateful feelings of any sort. Instead, be kind and tender-hearted to one another, and forgive one another, as God has forgiven you through Christ. — Ephesians 4:31-32 (GNT)
Many believers do not take it seriously when they are told to avoid malice, bitterness, and grudges. They often feel that they are being denied the opportunity to express their true feelings. Consequently, instead of putting an end to these negative emotions, they continue to harbor them. What they fail to realize is that malice and bitterness act as open doors in the spiritual realm. These attitudes grant Satan legal ground to enter your life and manipulate your circumstances.
As a result, many people have invited all manner of spirits into their lives. Today, they suffer from painful issues that were never supposed to take root. Some have even attracted physical afflictions and difficult situations simply due to lingering resentment. Beloved, if you truly want to enjoy your liberty in Christ, you must fulfill His commandment to walk in love. Notice how clearly the Bible defines this standard:
Love is patient and kind; it is not jealous or conceited or proud; love is not ill-mannered or selfish or irritable; love does not keep a record of wrongs; love is not happy with evil, but is happy with the truth. Love never gives up; and its faith, hope, and patience never fail. — 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (GNT)
Make a conscious decision today to walk in this divine love. By doing so, you will firmly shut the door against demonic forces. This protects you from the afflictions, control, and manipulation that these spirits bring into people’s lives. Hallelujah!
You might feel that walking in love is difficult to practice. However, it becomes simple the moment you make a quality decision to obey God. All you need to do is follow the wise counsel of the Apostle Paul. He provides a clear and practical roadmap for guarding our hearts:
Get rid of all bitterness, passion, and anger. No more shouting or insults, no more hateful feelings of any sort. Instead, be kind and tender-hearted to one another, and forgive one another, as God has forgiven you through Christ. — Ephesians 4:31-32 (GNT)
Today’s Rhema
If you want to shut the doors against demons, avoid strife and bitterness and walk in love!
Prayer
Father, I am grateful for opening my eyes to this wonderful truth. I refuse to give in to the works of the flesh. I choose to walk in love, and as I do this, every door that would give Satan legal ground against me is locked in Jesus’ name. Amen!
