Prayer for Deliverance: Overcoming the Enemy's Plans
Explore the story of David's battles against enemies, drawing inspiration from his reliance on God for deliverance. Reflect on the example of Jesus and learn about the enemy's tactics, provisions for deliverance, and the power of prayer in overcoming challenges.
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PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY
MEMORY VERSE Draw nigh unto my soul and redeem it: deliver me because of mine enemies. (Psalm 69:18) TEXT Psalms 69:1-36; 70:1-5;71:1-24; 72:1-20
INTRODUCTION David had many enemies after he fought Goliath as a young man. King Saul attempts tried to kill him As a king, all surrounding nations tried to kill him and destroyed Israel. Later in Absalom, his son became an enemy and tried to dethrone him. on many David s life,
INTRODUCTION CONTD. David, unable to take all the pains, called on God to deliver him, punish and destroy his enemies. As believers, we are not to pay back evil for evil but rather commit everything to God in prayers. He alone has power to help and deliver us in time of trouble. God says in Vengeance is mine; I will repay (Romans 12:19). Like David did, we should call on God for deliverance from our enemies. His word,
INTRODUCTION CONTD. Jesus also suffered. the same thing as David, He was humiliated, despised, and was hung on the cross. He surrendered to the suffering to set us free from sin, Satan, and hell. He did not pray for the enemies to die; He prayed that God should forgive them because they do not know what they are doing. Chris is our Great example to follow.
INTRODUCTION CONTD. We will consider our study under three sub- headings: 1. THE PLAN OF THE ENEMY 2. PROVISION FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY 3. PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY
1. THE PLAN OF THE ENEMY: Psalm 69:1- 5,7,8,12,20,21,26; 71:10,11; John10:8,9 Who is an enemy? An enemy is one who takes pleasure in causing pain and misery to others. An enemy is an adversary Everyone has an enemy, but the arch enemy of God s children is Satan (Devil) He has fallen angels that work for him That is why David prayed to God to defeat Satan and set him free (Psalm 71:4)
1. THE PLAN OF THE ENEMY CONTD. The Bible reveals the threefold plan of Satan in John. 10:10: To steal - Like a thief, Satan and his agents have come to invade and forcefully carry away people s valuable assets like; success, health, joy, peace, salvation, eternal life, etc. To kill - Satan s plan is to kill the souls of children through false teaching, poison their minds against God s word and make them to die as sinners and go to hell. To destroy - Satan s will, and purpose is to destroy sinful children before they have the opportunity to repent.
1. THE PLAN OF THE ENEMY CONTD. Satan is still going about to steal, kill and destroy people's destinies. The good news is that Jesus, the Great Shepherd has come to give us life and to give it more abundantly. Run to Jesus and hide in the Solid Rock, you will be delivered from the plan and purpose of the devil and kept safe from all harm
2. PROVISION FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY: Psalm 69:16,33-36;71:5;72:1- 19;34:1-10,15-22; John 10:10 God is good, merciful, compassionate and loving. He knows us and understands us perfectly well. He knows that enemies will surely arise against friends of Jesus. Therefore, He made adequate provision for our deliverance.
2. PROVISION FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY CONT D. Though King David was a man after God s own heart, yet he experienced great troubles in life. In all the troubles, he maintained his faith and confidence in God. He was not afraid of the lion, bear, Goliath, Saul, Absalom, Ahithophel, Philistines and the rest of them. He believed God had made provision of deliverance for him.
2. PROVISION FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY CONT D. Provision of God for our deliverance which should give us hope is manifested through- God s past and present acts of deliverance of His children from troubles. Full revelation of the New Covenant through Jesus Christ. He came into the world to heal, deliver the oppressed and set the captives free God s word and promises which is sure and eternal. God's word stands sure forever and it accomplishes great things in the lives of those who believe.
2. PROVISION FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY CONT D. If you are a friend of Jesus, you have nothing to fear. Have faith to enjoy all that God has provided for you. Psalm 34:19. If you are still a sinner, you must cry to God now for deliverance from the power of sin. Pray and ask for forgiveness and cleansing of your heart with the blood of Jesus. Turn away from all sins and accept Jesus as your personal Saviour and Lord
3. PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY: Psalms 69:1-36; 70:1-5; 71: 1-24 As a friend of Jesus, you have the assurance of great and precious promises in the word of God to back up your prayers. Based on these promises, you can boldly come before the throne of God to seek help in time of trouble. You should know assuredly that When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord shall lift up a standard against him (Isaiah 59:19). Like David you should commit your troubles to the Lord in prayer.
3. PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY: Psalms 69:1-36; 70:1-5; 71: 1-24 God has power to deal with Satan our arch enemy and deliver us. To receive deliverance. you must: Pray with a sincere, pure, and trusting heart. Sometimes add fasting to your prayers. Cultivate the attitude of singing praises to God like Paul, Silas, and Jehoshaphat did and were miraculously delivered from their enemies. Always pray in the name of the Jesus and quote the promises of God for your deliverance
3. PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE FROM THE ENEMY CONT D. God is faithful, He will hear, answer prayers and deliver you from every visible and invisible enemy. David prayed and was delivered; must pray. There is no short cut to victory, prayer is the key. your you too
QUESTIONS (a) An enemy is _______ (b) What are the plans of the arch enemy? The chief enemy of friends of Jesus is___ What did David do when he was confronted by the enemies? What has God provided for our deliverance? What should a (i) sinner (ii) friend of Jesus do to enjoy God s promises for our deliverance? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
LESSON. THOUGHT & CHORUSES LESSON: God always delivers those who trust in Him. THOUGHT: I will put my trust in God for He shall deliver me from my enemies. CHORUSES: i. I am delivered, praise the Lord. ii. Let God arise and His enemies be scattered. iii.He delivered Paul and Silas, He will surely deliver me.
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