Understanding Spiritual Warfare: How Satan Attacks & How to Overcome

 

Understanding the Enemy: How Satan Attacks and How to Overcome Through Spiritual Warfare

Before believers can walk in total victory and transformation, they must understand their enemy. Jesus warned in John 10:10, “The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it more abundantly.” Satan’s goal is to destroy every area of a Christian’s life—finances, health, family, purpose, and peace—so that God’s people never manifest the fullness of who they are in Christ.

This is why discernment of the enemy’s strategy is essential. You cannot fight what you do not understand. Just as an army studies the tactics of its opponent, so must the Body of Christ understand the kingdom of darkness and how it operates in the unseen realms.

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The Three Realms of Existence

To understand how Satan attacks, we must first understand the three realms of existence revealed in Scripture:

1. The Third Heaven – This is the throne of God, the place of divine authority and eternal light. It is where Jesus Christ reigns as King of kings. (2 Corinthians 12:2-4)

2. The Second Heaven – This is the realm of principalities and powers, the spiritual dimension where Satan and his fallen angels operate. It is the unseen battlefield between heaven and earth. (Ephesians 6:12)

3. The First Heaven – This is the natural realm where mankind dwells—the earth. This is the physical stage where spiritual forces of good and evil contend for human souls.

When Adam and Eve sinned, they surrendered the dominion God gave them over the earth. Through disobedience, they opened the door for the second heaven—Satan’s realm—to influence and control the first heaven. From that moment, the enemy gained access to humanity through sin, thoughts, and emotions. The key is disobedience, and the enemy has a legal right to you.

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Satan’s Fall from Heaven

Satan was once a beautiful archangel named Lucifer, created with splendor and power (Ezekiel 28:12–17). Pride led him to rebel against God’s authority. He desired to exalt himself above the Most High (Isaiah 14:12–15). Because of his rebellion, he and one-third of the angels were cast down to the earth.

This fallen being did not lose his ambition—he redirected it. Since he could not overthrow God in heaven, he now seeks to oppose God’s image in man on earth. Humanity became his target because man carries the likeness and authority of God. Through deception, Satan continues his war, attempting to draw people into sin and separation from God.

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Understanding Satan’s Nature and Strategy

Satan’s character has never changed. He is still the accuser, deceiver, and destroyer. In Revelation 12:10, he is called the “accuser of the brethren.” His primary weapon is deception—planting thoughts and lies to distort truth and lead believers into disobedience.

Just as he deceived Eve in the Garden, he continues to whisper, “Did God really say?” (Genesis 3:1). His purpose is to make you doubt God’s Word, question your identity, and act on emotions instead of faith.

Once you agree with his lies, you give him legal access. This opens doors for oppression—sickness, confusion, anxiety, poverty, and fear. He builds strongholds in the mind through wrong belief systems, lies, and unhealed wounds.

The enemy attacks the spirit, soul, and body:

• In the spirit, he tries to separate you from intimacy with God.

• In the soul (mind, will, emotions), he injects fear (fiery darts), rejection, shame, and self-accusation, and more.

• In the body, he manifests his work through disease, infirmity, and exhaustion.

Remember—every attack begins with a thought. If the enemy can control your thoughts, he can control your emotions, and then your actions. That is why Scripture commands: “Take every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.” (2 Corinthians 10:5)

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How Satan Gains Access

1. Through Sin and Disobedience – When we choose to act against God’s Word, we step out from under His protection. Like David, who numbered Israel against God’s will (1 Chronicles 21:1), disobedience opens the door for demonic influence and consequence.

2. Through Unforgiveness and Bitterness – Ephesians 4:26-27 warns, “Do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not give the devil a foothold.” Unforgiveness invites tormenting spirits.

3. Through Fear and Anxiety – Fear is not from God (2 Timothy 1:7). When we agree with fear, we align with Satan’s nature. Fear opens the door for torment and disease.

4. Through Rebellion and Pride – Like Saul, who sought the approval of men over obedience to God, rebellion causes the Spirit of the Lord to withdraw. It allows an evil spirit to enter (1 Samuel 16:14).

5. Through Occult Practices and False Doctrine – Satan’s kingdom thrives on deception. False gospels, New Age practices, witchcraft, and occultism open spiritual gateways for demonic power to infiltrate lives and even churches.

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Recognizing the Invisible Battle

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

This means your real battle isn’t with people—it’s with invisible entities that influence thoughts, emotions, and actions. Every negative emotion, every accusation, every lie that contradicts God’s Word is a spiritual voice from the kingdom of darkness.

When you hear thoughts like “I’m worthless,” “God doesn’t love me,” or “I’ll never change,” those are not your thoughts. They are fiery darts from the enemy designed to separate you from God’s truth. The moment you agree with them, they become strongholds.

But God has given believers the authority to overcome. Jesus said in Luke 10:19, “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy.”

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How to Overcome the Enemy

1. Recognize the Source of the Attack – Ask, “Where is this thought coming from?” If it contradicts God’s Word, cast it down immediately.

2. Repent and Close the Door – Confess any sin that opened the door to the enemy. Repentance shuts off the devil’s access.

3. Renew Your Mind with Truth – Fill your mind with the Word of God. When you replace lies with Scripture, you uproot the enemy’s influence. (Romans 12:2)

4. Use Your Authority in Christ – Speak the Word of God out loud. Command the enemy to flee in Jesus’ name.

5. Walk in Obedience and Faith – Satan cannot touch what is covered by the blood of Jesus and walking in obedience.

6. Stay Filled with the Holy Spirit – A clean but empty heart invites reentry of evil spirits (Luke 11:24–26). Fill your life with worship, prayer, and the Word.

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Why You Need to Hear This Teaching

This upcoming Free Deliverance Webinar — “What Is Sin? Discover the Hidden Battle for Your Soul” — on October 13 at 7:00 PM CST will open your spiritual eyes to what has been operating against you in unseen realms.

Many believers live under constant defeat, fear, and oppression—not realizing these are symptoms of an invisible war. You’ll learn:

• How Satan operates through thought, emotion, and circumstance.

• The connection between sin, disease, and demonic access.

• How to discern between the voice of God and the voice of the enemy.

• The power of repentance, truth, and the Word of God to bring total freedom.

• How to walk daily in victory, healing, and spiritual authority.

God never intended His children to live bound or afraid. Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). Through this teaching, you’ll learn how to identify the enemy’s tactics, close every open door, and reclaim what the enemy has stolen.

If you’re ready to break free from fear, sickness, confusion, and constant warfare—this seminar will equip you with divine revelation to overcome every attack of the enemy.

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It’s time to expose the hidden tactics of darkness and step into the full power, peace, and authority that belong to you in Jesus Christ!

🎥 MAIN VIDEO SCRIPT (2 MINUTES)

Title: “The Spiritual War You Can’t See: Learn to Overcome the Enemy’s Tactics”

(Visual suggestion: soft background music with spiritual warfare imagery—chains breaking, people praying, Bible open, light piercing darkness.)

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[Opening – 0:00–0:20]
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Have you ever wondered why no matter how hard you try, you feel stuck — like something invisible keeps holding you back? Maybe it’s in your finances, your health, your emotions, or even your walk with God.

What if I told you… it’s not just bad luck or coincidence — it’s spiritual warfare.

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[Middle – 0:21–1:20]
The Bible tells us in John 10:10 that “The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy.”
Satan’s mission hasn’t changed — he attacks your peace, your purpose, and your relationship with God through sin, lies, and open doors.

In our Free Deliverance Webinar – “What Is Sin? Discover the Hidden Battle for Your Soul” on October 13th at 7:00 PM CST, you’ll learn:

✅ How Satan fell from heaven and still rules the earth’s systems today.
✅ The three realms — heaven, earth, and the demonic realm — and how they interact with your life.
✅ How the enemy uses sin, fear, and deception to gain access.
✅ How you can shut those doors through repentance, truth, and the power of Jesus Christ.

This is not just a teaching — it’s a revelation that will help you recognize the enemy’s attacks and overcome every spiritual assault coming against your destiny.

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[Ending – 1:21–2:00]
It’s time to take back what the enemy has stolen.
Don’t live another day unaware of the spiritual war surrounding you.

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Your freedom begins with understanding. Let’s expose the enemy — together.

 Why Christians Must Not Celebrate Halloween or Harvest Night

By Teresa Morin, Touch of God Int’l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance
https://www.touchofgod.org - Article: Why Christians Must not Celebrate Halloween or Harvest Night

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Introduction: The Lie of “Harmless Fun”

Every October, Christians around the world face the same question: “Is Halloween really that bad?” Some say, “It’s just candy and costumes — my child is dressing as a princess, not a demon.” But before you shrug it off as harmless, consider this: Halloween is not a game. It has deep occult roots and spiritual consequences for those who participate.

The Bible warns,

“Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them.” — Ephesians 5:11

What many believers call “fun” is actually fellowship with the kingdom of darkness.

1. The Dark Roots of Halloween

Halloween began in ancient Celtic paganism — Samhain — a night when the dead were believed to walk among the living. Rituals, animal, and even human sacrifices were made to appease demonic entities.
Today, it remains the most important day on the satanic calendar. Former satanists confirm that this night is used for rituals, curses, and blood sacrifices worldwide.

As ex-Satanist John Ramirez testified:

“I spent 25 years in Satanism. I had a demonic wedding on Halloween. I used to prepare for weeks to curse regions, destroy lives, and dedicate souls to the devil on that night. Why would Christians want to celebrate the devil’s high holiday?”

That chilling statement should stop every believer in their tracks.

Halloween was not celebrated in the United States until the mid-1800’s. The Irish flooded New York in 1845-46 fleeing the Potato Famine. They brought with them old Druid Holidays called Samhain,  (pronouced (Sowen), Celtic holiday which marks the end of summer. It was important to celebrate the living and the dead that came together, the spirits of the underworld. The Druids were the pagan priests of the Celts. They were idolaters, occult practitioners and witches. Their holiday was known as the Lord of Death.

This pagan god was shown as a ghostly, skeleton holding a sickle in his hand. He later came to be known as “The Grim Reaper.”

Deuteronomy 12:31 You must not worship the LORD your God in their way, because in

worshiping their gods, they do all kinds of detestable things the LORD hates. They even burn

their sons and daughters in the fire as sacrifice to their gods.

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2. The Spiritual Atmosphere of Death

Halloween glorifies everything Christ came to defeat — death, fear, darkness, and witchcraft.
The Lord said in John 10:10,

“The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy.” John 10:10

When you decorate your home with tombstones, skeletons, and ghosts, you are aligning with a spirit of death. You may think it’s pretend, but in the spiritual realm, symbols are invitations.

As another former occult practitioner explained:

“If even one home in a neighborhood celebrates Halloween, that entire area becomes a hotspot for demonic activity that night.”

That means your street, your neighborhood, and your children are exposed to spiritual portals opened through this dark celebration.

The Celtics worshipped, The Lord of Death called together the wicked souls that within the past twelve months had been condemned to inhabit the bodies of animals in punishment for their evil deeds. This demon god then allowed them to return to their former homes to visit the living. 

To appease the Lord of Death and keep the spirits from harming the people, Druid priests led the people in worship ceremonies in which horses, cats, black sheep, oxen, human beings and other offerings were rounded up, stuffed into wicker cages and then burned to death.

Druid ceremonies mainly centered on sacrifice by shooting to death by arrows, or by impaling, and the burning of human and animal victims. “They deemed it indeed a duty to cover their altars with the blood of captives and to consult their deities through human entrails.” The consecrate a human being to death, drive a dagger into his belly, above the abdomen, and draw conclusions about events to come from the squirming of the victim and the spurting of his blood. They believed the immortal gods can only be appeased, and man’s life redeemed, by offering up human sacrifice. 

The Druid priests and Celtic people would gather together on these pagan worship days either in a grove of trees, or in a stone circle. There are many stone circles in the British Isles and in Western Europe. Stonehength most famous. 

The pagan worship rituals of the Druids originated, it turns out that they go all the way back to the time of Nimrod.  Many of Halloween’s customs are derived from the ancient Baal Festivals from the taking of omens from the struggles of victims in the fires of druidic sacrifices. The worship of Bel (Moloch) and Astarte was very early introduced into Britain along with the Druids, the priests of the groves.

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3. Trick or treat

Trick or treat originated not with the Irish Celts, but with ninth-century European custom called Souling. 

The pagan belief that spirits rise from the grave and roam the earth on the evening prior to November 1st led to all kinds of superstitious behavior. The “treat” part of this holiday came from attempts to “buy off” evil spirits by presenting them with gifts. It was believed that one way to “exorcise” spirits was to present them with treats. Because the souls of the dead were thought to return to their original homes and visit relatives, people would set out food as a form of treat. These included dainties, sweets, and cakes of bread which came to be called “soul cakes.” If satisfied, the spirits would leave in peace. If not, they would cast spells and cause absolute havoc to the inhabitants of the home.

On November 2, All Souls Day, or sometimes called Day of the Dead, which is an early Roman Catholic holiday, where poor Roman Catholics would walk from village to village begging for “soul cakes,” made out of square pieces of bread with currants. At the time, it was believed that the dead remained in a place called Limbo or Purgatory for a time after death, and that prayer, even by strangers, could expedite a soul’s passage to heaven. 

The pagan roots that eventually grew into the Catholic religion as doctrine, which is not biblical at all!

Halloween parties at school, work, and homes are common. But unfortunately, at the same time, much of the focus of Halloween for many is still centered on horror, mutilation, death, devils, ghosts, witches, evil and the occult. Present-day adults who practice witchcraft still lay claim to Halloween as their special holiday, as the day to worship their pagan gods and goddesses and Satan with demonic rituals.

 

Tony Agpaoa: The Filipino Psychic Surgeon and His Spiritual Practices

Exploring the Life, Beliefs, and Cultural Roots of Tony Agpaoa's Psychic Surgery

Introduction of Tony Agpaoa, Phychic Surgeon

Tony Agpaoa, a Filipino spiritual healer, gained international attention in the 1960s for his practice of psychic surgery. Claiming to perform operations with his bare hands without anesthesia, Agpaoa attracted thousands of patients seeking alternative healing methods. However, his practices have been met with skepticism and criticism, particularly from a biblical perspective.

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Who Was Tony Agpaoa?

Born in 1939, Tony Agpaoa was a Filipino spiritualist healer who claimed to perform surgery using only his hands, without the use of instruments or anesthesia. He would pass his hands over the area to be operated on, and an incision would appear. Using his fingers or scissors, he would remove tissue and then move his hand over the incision, which seemed to close instantaneously without scarring, Encyclopedia.com.

Agpaoa's center in Baguio attracted thousands of people annually. However, magicians and skeptics were convinced his feats were the result of conjuring tricks. In 1968, Agpaoa was arrested and charged with fraud in the United States for pretending to mend a bone in a patient's neck. Instead of facing the charges, he fled back to the Philippines Wikipedia.

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The Beliefs Behind Psychic Surgery

Psychic surgery is a form of spiritual healing that originated in the Philippines and Brazil. Practitioners claim to remove diseased tissue from a patient's body using only their hands, without making any incisions. The procedure is often accompanied by the belief that the healer is channeling spiritual energy or entities to perform the surgery Wikipedia.

Agpaoa's practice was rooted in spiritualism and occult beliefs. He was associated with the Union Espiritista Christiana de Filipinas, a Christian Spiritist organization. This organization blends elements of Christianity with spiritualism, believing in communication with spirits and the healing power of spiritual entities Wikipedia.

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Cultural Origins of Psychic Surgery

The practice of psychic surgery has its roots in Filipino folk healing traditions. It gained prominence in the mid-20th century, particularly in the northern regions of the Philippines. The practice was influenced by indigenous beliefs in spirits and the supernatural, as well as by the Catholic faith introduced during Spanish colonization Wikipedia.

Agpaoa's claim to be from Pangasinan, a province known for its miracle shrine of Manaoag, suggests that his practices were influenced by the region's rich history of folk mysticism and spiritual healing traditions Christianity Today.

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Biblical Perspective on Psychic Surgery

From a biblical standpoint, practices like psychic surgery are considered incompatible with Christian teachings. The Bible warns against engaging in occult practices, as they are seen as avenues for demonic influence and deception. For instance, Deuteronomy 18:10-12 condemns practices such as divination, sorcery, and necromancy, labeling them as abominations.

Engaging in practices like psychic surgery can lead individuals away from the teachings of Christ and open doors to spiritual deception. Christians are called to discern and reject practices that do not align with biblical teachings, as stated in 1 John 4:1, which advises believers to test the spirits to see whether they are from God.

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Conclusion

Tony Agpaoa's practice of psychic surgery represents a fusion of Filipino folk healing traditions and spiritualist beliefs. While his methods attracted many seeking alternative healing, they are rooted in spiritual practices that conflict with biblical teachings. Christians are encouraged to seek healing and spiritual guidance through faith in Jesus Christ and adherence to biblical principles, rather than through practices that deviate from the teachings of Scripture.

Teresa Morin
President of Touch of God Int’l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance and more.
🌐 https://www.touchofgod.org
Of Healing and Deliverance, Ordained Minister, Public Speaker
📣 Featured in Who's Who Press Release

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Dr. Albert Abrams and Motorskopua: Origins, Beliefs, and Biblical Perspective

Exploring the Controversial Practices of Dr. Albert Abrams and Their Alignment with Biblical Teachings

Introduction of Dr. Albert Abrams

Dr. Albert Abrams, a 19th-century physician, gained notoriety for his development of a controversial healing modality known as Motorskopua. This practice, rooted in occult principles, has raised significant concerns among Christian communities due to its alignment with practices deemed incompatible with biblical teachings.

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Who Was Dr. Albert Abrams?

Born in 1863 in San Francisco, Dr. Albert Abrams was a physician who later became infamous for his unorthodox medical theories and devices. He claimed to have discovered a method of diagnosing and treating diseases through the manipulation of electronic reactions in the body, a concept he termed "Electronic Reactions of Abrams" (ERA). His inventions, such as the "Oscilloclast" and "Radioclast," were marketed as devices capable of diagnosing and curing various ailments without conventional medical procedures. Wikipedia

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What Is Motorskopua?

Motorskopua is a term associated with Dr. Abrams' healing modality. While specific details about Motorskopua are limited, it is understood to involve practices that align with occult and New Age healing techniques. These practices often incorporate elements such as energy manipulation, spiritual healing, and the use of devices purported to influence the body's energy fields. Such modalities are rooted in beliefs that the human body possesses an energy system that can be influenced for healing purposes.

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The Cultural and Spiritual Roots of Motorskopua

The principles underlying Motorskopua draw heavily from occult traditions and New Age philosophies. These belief systems often emphasize the existence of unseen energies and forces that can be harnessed for personal power and healing. Such practices are prevalent in various cultures that have embraced esoteric knowledge and spiritual healing methods outside the framework of traditional Christianity.

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Motorskopua and Its Alignment with Biblical Teachings

From a biblical perspective, practices like Motorskopua are considered incompatible with Christian teachings. The Bible warns against engaging in occult practices, as they are seen as avenues for demonic influence and deception. For instance, Deuteronomy 18:10-12 condemns practices such as divination, sorcery, and necromancy, labeling them as abominations. Similarly, Galatians 5:19-21 lists sorcery among the works of the flesh that lead to spiritual death.

Engaging in practices like Motorskopua can lead individuals away from the teachings of Christ and open doors to spiritual deception. Christians are called to discern and reject practices that do not align with biblical teachings, as stated in 1 John 4:1, which advises believers to test the spirits to see whether they are from God.

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Conclusion

Dr. Albert Abrams' Motorskopua represents a fusion of occult practices and New Age healing methods that are fundamentally at odds with biblical teachings. Christians are encouraged to seek healing and spiritual guidance through faith in Jesus Christ and adherence to biblical principles, rather than through practices that deviate from the teachings of Scripture.

Teresa Morin
President of Touch of God Int’l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance and more.
🌐 https://www.touchofgod.org
Of Healing and Deliverance, Ordained Minister, Public Speaker
📣 Featured in Who's Who Press Release

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Satanism & Devil Worship: Why the Bible Rejects Philosophical Beliefs About Satan

Examining origins, beliefs, gods, occult purpose of Satanism, why it is idolatry, and how Christians can find deliverance

In many circles today, “Satanism” is not always the literal worship of a personal devil; often it is philosophical, ideological, symbolic. But whether symbolic or literal, these beliefs directly oppose the teachings of the Bible. For Christians, understanding what Satanism really is helps guard against deception, idolatry, and spiritual bondage. This article explores its beliefs, origins, purpose, why it is an occult modality, and how deliverance is needed.

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What Were Their Beliefs?

Modern Satanism includes a variety of beliefs:

• Atheistic Satanism, particularly LaVeyan Satanism, sees Satan as a symbol of human rebellion, independence, personal freedom, egoism, and philosophical self‐assertion rather than a literal being. Encyclopedia Britannica+2Encyclopedia Britannica+2

• Theistic Satanism or spiritual Satanism views Satan or Lucifer as a real spiritual being, sometimes divine or semi‐divine, worthy of worship or spiritual connection. Encyclopedia Britannica+1

• Many Satanists reject traditional religious guilt, promote indulgence, rationalism, self‐empowerment, symbolic rebellion, and rejecting external control. Encyclopedia Britannica+1

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Who Created the Idea & from What Culture / Country?

• Modern Satanism as an organized system was formalized by Anton Szandor LaVey in 1966, founding the Church of Satan in San Francisco. Encyclopedia Britannica+1

• The ideology draws from pagan, occult, Romantic, esoteric, philosophical influences — older myths of Satan, Lucifer, and satanic symbolism in Christian and non-Christian culture. HISTORY+2Encyclopedia Britannica+2

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Who Is Their God or Gods?

• In atheistic philosophical Satanism, Satan is not a literal god; more as symbol, metaphor, archetype. Encyclopedia Britannica+1

• In theistic Satanism, Satan or Lucifer is worshipped or venerated as a real spiritual being – sometimes in opposition to or as a counterpart to the Christian understanding of God. Encyclopedia Britannica+1

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What Is the Purpose & Why It Is Used?

• To challenge moral authority, reject conformity, often to affirm one’s self as their own authority.

• To promote ideas of personal sovereignty, freedom, indulgence, individualism.

• For some, ritual or symbolic aspects serve as rebellion, or as identity statements, or desire for power or spiritual influence.

• Some use satanic ideology when feeling oppressed, disillusioned, or searching for meaning outside traditional religious frameworks.

If someone has been targeted by satanic ideology or spiritual influence (especially if exposed via someone else’s worship or ritual), there can be spiritual risk: oppression, deception, confusion.

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Why It Is Divination / Occult / Witchcraft / New Age?

• Many satanic practices overlap with occult ritual (symbology, magic, invocation, ritual acts).

• It is often contrary to God’s Law which forbids witchcraft, divination, necromancy, familiar spirits. Leviticus 19:31 specifically: “Give no regard to mediums and familiar spirits…” The Berean Call

• Worship of false gods and spirits is clearly condemned in the Bible. The First Commandment: worship God alone.

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Biblical Warnings & Why It’s Against God

• Matthew 4:10 – Jesus: “You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.” Rejects Satan’s offer. Wikipedia

• Deuteronomy 12:4‑7 warns Israel to avoid pagan worship and false gods. Encyclopedia Britannica+1

• Scriptures consistently condemn idolatry, false worship, spiritual darkness vs walking in the light of Christ.

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Why People May Get Involved & Need Deliverance

• Seeking identity, power, belonging, rebellion, spiritual experiences outside the Christian faith.

• Exposure via culture, occult media, music, peer influence, curiosity.

• Some become victims of deception, spiritual oppression, curses, generational strongholds.

How Believers Are Protected / Delivered

• Repentance: turning from Satanism, false beliefs, rituals.

• Renouncing any allegiance or spiritual covenant with Satan or demons.

• Prayer, reading Scripture, walking in obedience to God.

• Declaring deliverance in Jesus’s name, breaking curses, strongholds.

• Surround with Christian community, accountability, discipleship.

According to Scripture, witches and practitioners of the occult are often influenced by demonic powers that oppose the Kingdom of God. Jesus said, “If the world hates you, know that it hated Me before it hated you” (John 15:18). Witches and sorcerers may target Christians because demonic forces in them recognize the Holy Spirit in believers and seek to silence or harm those walking in God’s light. The conflict is not human against human but “against the rulers, against the powers, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places” (Ephesians 6:12).

Why witches may try to harm Christians

1. Spiritual opposition: Darkness resists light. Demons in witchcraft fear exposure and retaliation by God’s power in a believer’s life.

2. Territorial control: In some cases, witches see prayerful Christians as threats to their spiritual “territory.”

3. Retaliation: When a Christian’s intercession disrupts their rituals or demonic operations, retaliation may be attempted through curses or psychic attack.

4. Deception: The enemy uses fear and intimidation to weaken faith and distract believers from their authority in Christ.

According to Scripture, witches and occult practitioners can’t overpower a believer who walks rightly with God (Luke 10:19). But demonic spirits working through witchcraft try to harass, weaken, or deceive Christians who don’t realize their authority in Christ.

Here’s how witchcraft attacks can manifest — and how to recognize them biblically 👇

How Do Witches Hurt Christians

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⚔️ 1. Curses and spoken spells

Witches and occultists may pronounce “curses” or incantations to send demonic spirits against a believer.

• Biblical reference: “Like a fluttering sparrow… an undeserved curse does not come to rest” (Proverbs 26:2).

• These words summon demons to torment or create confusion, fear, fatigue, accidents, or financial blockages.

• Protection: Plead the blood of Jesus daily (Revelation 12:11) and verbally break every spoken curse in His name.

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🌑 2. Astral projection and monitoring spirits

Some witches claim to “leave their bodies” through astral projection or send monitoring spirits to observe Christians and report back to demonic networks.

• Goal: Gather information to hinder prayer, sow fear, or weaken your spiritual defenses.

• Protection: Pray Psalm 91 aloud, ask God to seal your home and body in His presence, and command all astral projections and monitoring spirits to be bound in Jesus’ name.

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🕯️ 3. Occult rituals and objects

Witches may use personal items (like photos, hair, or names) in rituals to link someone spiritually.

• These rituals open demonic portals and release spirits of oppression, sickness, or confusion.

• Protection: Destroy or anoint any object you suspect was cursed. Pray, “Lord, I break every attachment through ungodly objects, in Jesus’ name.”

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💀 4. Psychic or mind attacks

Some witchcraft uses visualization or “mental sending” of harm — similar to psychic warfare — to create nightmares, intrusive thoughts, or mental fog.

• Ephesians 6:16 speaks of “fiery darts of the wicked.” These can manifest as fear, hopelessness, or sudden emotional heaviness.

• Protection: Resist the thought immediately; speak Scripture out loud. “For God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).

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🩸 5. Physical or emotional affliction

Demons working through witchcraft can cause fatigue, pain, depression, or disunity among believers.

• Acts 8:9‑11 describes Simon the sorcerer using witchcraft to “bewitch” the people.

• Protection: Maintain a lifestyle of prayer, fasting, and worship. Demons cannot withstand consistent holiness and faith in Christ.

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🕊️ 6. Seduction and deception

Witches sometimes infiltrate churches or ministries to distract leaders, sow false doctrine, or cause division.

• 2 Corinthians 11:14 says, “Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light.”

• Protection: Test every spirit (1 John 4:1), and stay rooted in sound doctrine.

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✝️ How to Overcome Witchcraft Attacks

1. Repent of any sin or fear that may give the enemy legal ground.

2. Forgive your enemies—unforgiveness opens doors.

3. Break curses out loud in Jesus’ name.

4. Use daily warfare prayer: “Lord Jesus, I cover myself and my home with Your blood. I bind every spirit of witchcraft, divination, and retaliation. I command them to go to the pit in Jesus’ name.”

5. Stay connected to strong believers who pray with you. Unity strengthens protection.

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🔥 Remember

Witches have no real power over a blood‑bought believer walking in obedience. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead lives in you (Romans 8:11). When you stand firm in faith and holiness, their curses fall powerless.

How Christians can protect themselves

1. Live in obedience to God. Stay free from sin, unforgiveness, and bitterness—these are open doors to the enemy (Ephesians 4:27).

2. Daily spiritual armor. Pray Ephesians 6:10‑18, putting on the full armor of God—the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shield of faith, etc.

3. Use the name and blood of Jesus. Declare protection through Christ’s blood (Revelation 12:11) and command all curses, spells, and demonic assignments to be nullified.

4. Pray Psalm 91 regularly. It’s a scriptural covering of divine protection.

5. Anoint your home with oil and speak blessing. Pray over doorways and windows, dedicating them to the Lord.

6. Stay in worship and Scripture. The presence of God drives out darkness.

7. Have agreement in prayer. Jesus said, “If two of you agree on earth… it will be done” (Matthew 18:19). Prayer partners strengthen spiritual defense.

If a believer suspects witchcraft attack, they should renounce fear, command demonic influence to leave in Jesus’ name, and reaffirm their authority as a child of God. The key is faith, holiness, and the power of Christ’s name—not fear of the enemy.

🔍 Testimonies of Ex‑Witches Who Found Jesus

1. Jordan Taylor – “Former Witch and Occultist Gives Her Life to God”
   Jordan was deeply involved in witchcraft and the occult. She was searching for love, identity, peace—but found none in those practices. She was introduced to Christ when someone showed her a film about Jesus. She repented, laid down her occult items, and embraced a new life. Now she speaks of peace, love, purpose, and forgiveness she never had before. CBN+1

2. “Beth” – Former Witch/Occult Practitioner Testimony
   Beth practiced magic, considered herself a “witch” and New Ager. She thought she was doing good, caring for people, had rituals, but didn’t realize the deception behind it. She says she was pulled in by believing she didn’t need God. When she discovered Scripture and the truth of Christ, she gave up the occult, turned to God, and now wants others trapped in that deception to see the light. www.christiantoday.com

3. Lindsay Smith – White Witch Delivered from Demons
   Lindsay was raised Christian, saw spiritual things as a child (ghosts etc.), and later got involved in witchcraft/New Age practices: crystals, spiritual books, dark occult influences. She felt tormented by demons. After searching “New Age to Jesus” videos, she encountered the truth of Christ, repented, threw away all occult objects, and was delivered—she claims from 26 demons that had been tormenting her. Her life now is different: peace, spiritual clarity, freedom. Christian Learning & News+1

4. Jenny Weaver
   Jenny was involved in occult practices, addiction, self‑harm, darkness. Her life spiraled until she cried out for help. An encounter with a Christian who ministered to her (even a police officer in one story) helped break through. She turned her life over to Jesus, was delivered, and now serves God, exposing what she was once bound by. Christian Post+1

5. KM Tepe – Former Satanist / Witch
   KM Tepe grew up Christian, drifted into the occult and witchcraft in college, joined a coven, did rituals, read occult and Satanic materials. Eventually, she picked up a Bible in a low moment, intending to disprove God—but encountered truth instead. She accepted Christ, was baptized, abandoned the occult, and now shares her story of freedom. goodnewsj.com

6. Here are a few to start with:

   1. Ex‑Satanic High Priest Exposes the Occult | John Ramirez
      John Ramirez shares his testimony of growing up in witchcraft, rising to leadership in the occult, experiencing supernatural encounters, and how Jesus broke his chains. YouTube

   2. This Ex‑Satanist Was Performing a Satanic Ritual… Then Jesus Showed Up
      Riaan Swiegelaar recounts being deep in ritual, when Christ intervened in a dramatic way — turning a Satanic rite into a life-changing encounter. YouTube

   3. SATANIST Gives His Life to JESUS After THIS Moment… (Mason’s Testimony)
      Mason’s journey from addiction, occult involvement, and spiritual bondage to radical transformation in Christ. YouTube

   4. Freed From Witchcraft & Satanism, John Ramirez Exposes the Devil’s Playbook
      John Ramirez reveals how the occult operates, what he discovered in the darkness, and how the power of Jesus set him free. YouTube+1

   5. Ex Satanist Set Free by Jesus | Roger Mugisha | Powerful Testimony
      Roger Mugisha shares his past in Satanism and how Christ rescued him from that realm. YouTube

   6. From Satan to Christ — Interviewing an Ex‑Satanist (Michael Davis)
      Michael Davis, a former theistic Satanist, discusses how he was drawn in, and how he eventually renounced it and found Christ. YouTube

   7. Ex‑Satanist Gabriel Estevão Tells His Story | Secrets of the Satanic Order
      Gabriel’s powerful testimony of initiation, indoctrination, and eventual deliverance through Jesus. YouTube

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📖 Common Themes from Their Stories

• Deception: Many did not see immediately that witchcraft or “New Age practices” were spiritually dangerous. They believed they were doing good or just searching for answers.

• Spiritual emptiness: Despite rituals, spiritual practices, or occult knowledge, there was lack of peace, sense of purpose, or fulfillment.

• Search for truth: They often encountered Christian resources—videos, testimonies, words of Scripture—that pierced the illusions.

• Repentance & renunciation: They took concrete steps to throw away objects, stop practices, renounce false beliefs.

• Deliverance & freedom: After turning to Christ, many report relief from fear, depression, anxiety, demonic torment, or addictions.

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🔗 Reference Links

1. Britannica, Church of Satan: beliefs, founder, history. Encyclopedia Britannica

2. History.com, Origins & philosophical vs theistic Satanism. HISTORY

3. Leviticus 19:31 – condemnation of mediums, familiar spirits. The Berean Call

4. Matthew 4:10 – Jesus’s teaching about worship God alone. Wikipedia

Teresa Morin
President of Touch of God Int’l Ministries
🌐 https://www.touchofgod.org
Of Healing and Deliverance, Ordained Minister, Public Speaker
📣 Featured in Who's Who Press Release

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YouTube Script (45‑55 seconds)

[On Camera]

“Hello, I’m [Your Name] with Touch of God Ministries. Have you ever heard of Satanism and wondered, is it just philosophical or is it real spiritual danger? Satanism, in all its forms – philosophical or literal – opposes the one true God. The Bible says in Matthew 4:10, ‘You shall worship the Lord your God, and him only shall you serve’. Philosophical satanists may argue they only use symbolism; theistic Satanists worship a real spiritual being. But both lead people away from faith in Christ, open doors to spiritual oppression.

If you’ve been involved in any form of Satanism, it’s time to repent. Renounce all false worship, declare Christ alone as Lord, ask Jesus to break every stronghold. For full deliverance, watch the full teaching and step into freedom. Click the link below now.”

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YouTube Description

In this teaching video we expose Satanism (Devil Worship) — philosophical and theistic beliefs, why both are wrong according to Scripture, and how Christians can be delivered through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Includes biblical warnings and prayer key.

Tags: satanism, devil worship, philosophical satanism, Christian deliverance, spiritual warfare, false gods, occult dangers