Seven Steps to Maintain Your Deliverance
Learn how to maintain your deliverance
The Bible says, "When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. Then he saith, I will return into my house from whence I came out; and when he is come, he findeth it empty....." Matthew 12:43-44
Don't let the enemy gain reentry into your life. If he comes seeking rest, Put out your "NO VACANY" sign! Keep your house filled! Here are some practical steps to ensure you are filled with the spirit of the Lord when he comes.
Seven Steps for Retaining Deliverance
From Pigs in the Parlor by Frank and Ida Mae Hammond
An overview of how to maintain your deliverance by teaching on deliverance.1. Put on the Whole Armour of God
The Christian’s spiritual armor is outlined in Ephesians 6:10-18. There are seven pieces: (1) Loins girt about with truth, (2) The breastplate of righteousness, (3) Feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace, (4) The shield of faith, (5) The helmet of salvation, (6) The sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God, and (7) Praying in the spirit! Pay special attention to the helmet for guarding your thought life. Most demons seeking to re-enter assail the thoughts. Become watchful of any thoughts that could be considered negative; they are from the enemy. Separate their thoughts from your own. Refuse the thoughts they give you and replace them with positive thoughts. (See Phil 4:8) Resist the devil at the first sign of attack.2. Make Positive Confessions
Negative confessions characterize demonic influence. Positive confessions are faith expressed. Any other confession will open the door for the enemy. (See Mark 11:23)Note: Remember, life and death are in the power of the tongue.
3. Stay in the Scripture
Jesus withstood Satan’s temptation by using scripture. The word is a mirror to the soul (James 1:22-25); it is a lamp unto the feet for guidance( Psalm 119:105); it is two-edge sword laying bare the heart (Heb 4:12); it is food for the spirit (1 Pet 2:2; Matt 4:4) No person can maintain deliverance apart from the Word of God as a primary factor in his life!4. Crucify the Flesh
Take up your cross daily and follow Jesus. (Luke 9:23) Break old habit patterns. If fleshy appetites, desires, and lusts are not brought to the cross- a way for demons to return will be left open (Gal 5: 19-24)5. Develop a Life of continuous Praise and Prayer
Praise silences the enemy. Praise is not an attitude of heart; praise is the expression unto God of thankfulness, adoration, and joy by speaking, singing, shouting, dancing, leaping, playing musical entrustments, clapping the hands, etc. Pray in the spirit (in tongues) and also in the understanding. (1 Cor 14:14). “Pray without ceasing” (1 Thess 5:17)6. Maintain a Life of Fellowship and Spiritual Ministry
It is the sheep that wanders from the flock that is most endangered. Find and fulfill your function within the body. (See 1 Cor 12:7-14) Keep yourself under authority
7. Commit yourself Totally to Christ
Determine that every thought, word, and action will reflect the very nature of Christ. Abide in Christ that the fruit of the Spirit might come forth in abundance. Demon spirits are enemies of the fruit of the spirit. Faith and trust in God is the greatest weapon against the devil and his lies. (See Eph. 6:16)Note: Doing these seven things will ensure that your “house” (life) is filled after being cleansed. No demon can return, much less bring any others in with him. (See Matthew 12:43-44) If one does trick you and regain entrance, see that he is cast out as soon as possible, either yourself or with the help of other believers. If other areas of demon activity are subsequently brought to light, seek deliverance. Jesus has made possible complete deliverance!
By Coach Teresa Morin - Anxious2Victorious Women 12-week program, or
Touch of God International Ministries of Healing and Deliverance - a Christian Healing and Deliverance Ministry - Setting the Captives Free
