It seems like a lot of people are experiencing warfare lately. Have you noticed? If you aren’t in the battle YET … prepare yourself with the Word of God.
We had an unexpected guest pop in the other night. The visit was going relatively well other than the person said hello to everyone BUT ME (ha — honestly that is nothing new in this relationship). But out of the blue an old subject came up and the next thing I kne
w something demonic entered our home. I’m not kidding. It felt like a spirit of anger and offense walked straight into the room.
It was so thick.
Even after the person left I couldn’t get the anger to shake off of me. And I could tell my husband was really stirred up too.
Hebrews 12:15
See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many.
It was definitely a root of bitterness and unforgiveness in this person who visited. When the person left — we felt defiled! Even this morning thoughts started bombarding my mind over things I have already forgiven.
I knew it was an attack because I never feel anything when I think about that old situation. Sigh …
It is so important for us to allow healing in our “hearts” so that we won’t drag others into a land laden with hidden bombs.
The Amplified Version reads like this:
Hebrews 12:15
Exercise foresight and be on the watch to look [after one another], to see that no one falls back from and fails to secure God’s grace (His unmerited favor and spiritual blessing), in order that no root of resentment (rancor, bitterness, or hatred) shoots forth and causes trouble and bitter torment, and the many become contaminated and defiled by it–
Resentment: a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
Rancor: bitter deep-seated ill will
Bitterness: distasteful or distressing to the mind
Hatred: prejudiced hostility or animosity
Yep, that would describe the type of thoughts that were bombarding my mind.
Thankfully I knew to capture those thoughts and cast them down in the Name of Jesus! (2 Corinthians 10:5)
Have you ever crossed the path of a bitter person? Maybe you struggle with bitterness …
There is healing for your wounds. Jesus holds the key.
It doesn’t “just” happen though. Healing in heart-wounds is something that must be sought after.
I have referred these two books before, but I can’t say it enough. Great books that help lead you to forgiveness and emotional healing: Hinds’ Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard AND Bait of Satan by John Bevere.
God bless you as you seek Him today!
You can find me linking up with these lovely ladies below:
(Photo has absolutely nothing to do with this post, but if you look to the right – you’ll see my husband holding our daughter on his shoulders and I am beside of them. There is a guy with a big arm is in front of my face. We had an episode of TLC’s “Kids Outrageous Parties” filmed at our house this spring. This was our big shot on TV. Ha.)
Beth,
So true in every word. God is about to do something great across this land and people need to be ready. With that being said we all need to make sure our hearts are right even down in the dark places.
I agree. It definitely made me search my own heart to see if there is still a wound there. We were so easily effected.
Wow, I totally understand what you are talking about and have dealt with the same type situation. I am a new GFC follower. Hope you can visit me sometime at My 2 Cents
Thanks for the follow! I’ll definitely return the favor.
I am so thankful that I do not carry bitterness in my spirit. Someone once told me I forgave too easily, but then I think about Christ and how easily He’s forgiven me. But I too can “feel” the anger and bitterness in another person when I am around them. And if I am not careful, it really can affect my spirit man.
Oh and you are a movie star! Who knew?
LOL … a movie star?
You are so blessed that you forgive easily. That wasn’t something that came easy for me. Now, not as difficult because I think of what Jesus did for me.
Love ya!
There are times when I am attacked by those feelings and I know they are from Satan. I like to think I am over certain relationships and then something will trigger a memory and bam! I think it is a perpetual battle when we forgive some situations.
Terri, I totally understand. I’m listening to a teaching right now about soul wounds. I must post about it.
Bless you!
So glad we have His sWord to use against any of the enemy’s attacks and His Armor!
I can see your quick discernment with that situation and I’m glad you were quick to demolish what shouldn’t be in your household! May God bless you and continue to guide you with His wisdom and discernment and protect you all!
Me too Rosel! Thank you for visiting. Bless you too!
How cool! Re: the tv show!
I find your post very interesting. I am wondering if I have this feeling toward my ex-husband who also is the father to my three younger children. Hmmm? Gives me something to think about.
Hey girl, God will show you if it is there.
You are a wise woman, Beth. I’m thankful that God places people like you in our lives as an example to quickly discern and quickly kick out anger. It’s so easy to hold on to an offense and water it and let it grow until it’s too big to handle. I love the scriptures you use and how you define the terms for us. It’s helpful!
Oh Lisa, I don’t know how wise I am, but I definitely felt it hop on me.
Thanks for the sweet words. <3
I know that feeling, that root of unforgiveness. And those spirits that seem grab on to me. I have been there – and some days I am still there.
Bevere’s book is great to increase awareness of not to take the bait. However, I have had people use it in the most frustrating manner. They do heart-hurting things and then point fingers saying, “Well, if can’t be offended, or you’ve sinned.”
I am working lately on not just using words (logos) to forgive but to make sure my forgivenes is alive (rama). It is certainly changing my thinking and talking!
Did you “rebuke” those evil spirits “in the name of Jesus?” It always works for me. Then I can get down to dealing with the problem in me:)
Oh yes, immediately when I noticed them there I bound them in Jesus’ Name. But then something lingered … it took worship to lift it off of me.
Thanks Sister!