Bible verses to fight the lies of the enemy
Some thoughts aren't just yours. They're lies meant to pull you away from God. These verses show how to answer them.
The thought
“God is done with me, and nothing will change.”
The truth
God isn't done with you, and His word is how you answer the lies that say He is.
Four verses for today
1John 8:32
Read in contextThen you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.
Jesus says His truth sets people free, and a few verses later He says He's the one who does it.
2Ephesians 6:11
Read in contextPut on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes.
Paul tells believers to put on God's armor to stand against the devil's schemes. You aren't expected to do it in your own strength.
3Matthew 4:4
Read in contextBut Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”
When Satan tempted Him, Jesus answered with Scripture. It shows us a way to respond.
4James 4:7
Read in contextSubmit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
The verse says to submit to God, and then resist the devil. Resisting starts with staying close to God.
Verses from the Berean Standard Bible.
A prayer
Lord, there are lies I've been believing. Show me what's true, and help me answer them with your word. I choose to stand with you. Amen.