SPIRITUAL SELF-SABOTAGE: THE HIDDEN BARRIER TO GOD’S WILL

 You shall not fall into the enemy's trap because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional: SPIRITUAL SELF-SABOTAGE: THE HIDDEN BARRIER TO GOD’S WILL

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Many believers attribute delays and setbacks in life to demonic attacks, but often the real hindrance is spiritual self-sabotage—our failure to align with God’s will. Deuteronomy 28:1 teaches that blessings flow through the funnel of obedience, character, and alignment with God’s purpose. Victory over the enemy has already been secured through Christ’s triumph at the cross (Colossians 2:15). All things are under His feet, and by extension, under the church (Ephesians 1:20-22). Therefore, the greatest obstacle is not Satan, but our unwillingness to walk in the victory Jesus gave us.

   Proverbs 25:28 warns that lack of self-control leaves us vulnerable, like a city without walls. Seeking the world’s approval makes us enemies of God (James 4:4). Jesus reminds us in John 15:2,6 that unfruitful branches are cut off. Israel’s struggles in Judges 2:11 and Hosea 4:6 were not about enemy strength but about disobedience and ignorance. Likewise, many today are destroyed for lack of knowledge.

   Spiritual maturity requires discipline—training the senses to discern good and evil (Hebrews 5:14). It calls for crucifying the flesh and walking in the Spirit (Galatians 5:16), rather than living for worldly applause. Our greatest prayer should be for grace to obey, because obedience attracts God’s blessing (Deuteronomy 28:15).

   True victory is not in rebuking external forces alone but in submitting to God’s will daily. When we align with Him, the blessings promised in His Word will manifest, and no enemy can prevail.

 In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and a repentant and sensitive heart .

PRAYER; Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome temptation. 

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