Truth Pressure Ministries

It is often argued in Christian circles that a Christian cannot be demon-possessed; they can only be demon-oppressed. Whether the correct term is “possession” or “oppression” is irrelevant. The reality is that people, including Christians, can become demonized and deeply tormented in their souls and bodies. We will examine how this happens, how to avoid it, and how to remain free.

The letter of James provides insight into how believers become vulnerable to demonic torment:

James 3:13–17 (ESV) If you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This wisdom does not come down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice. But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.

When hearts become wounded, hardened, jealous, bitter, resentful, or self-seeking, we become targets of the enemy. Sometimes, we even become weapons he uses to harm others. James identifies this mindset as demonic wisdom: a reasoning that justifies jealousy, bitterness, and unforgiveness.

Matthew 6:14–15 (NKJV) For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Bitterness, envy, and jealousy do not enter the heart accidentally. They are received through our thoughts, words, and actions. When embraced, they invite demonic influence and make us vulnerable to destruction.

1 Peter 5:8 (NKJV) Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.

Guarding our words is critical. The enemy attacks our thoughts, and we must respond with prayer and God’s Word rather than agreeing with lies.

Proverbs 4:23 (NKJV) Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life.

Words carry creative or destructive power. When we are careless with our speech, demonic forces are attentive.

Proverbs 18:21 (NKJV) Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.

Matthew 15:11 (KJV) What comes OUT of the mouth defiles a man. Not what goes into the man

Ephesians 4:29 (KJV) Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for edification.

Our words WILL MINISTER light, health, blessing, and life. OR, invite darkness, sickness, curse, and death. WE MAKE THE CHOICE.

2 Corinthians 10:3–5 (NKJV) The weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds and taking every thought captive.

Taking thoughts captive is about being slow to speak. We must taste our words before they are spoken.

James 1:19 So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath;

Job 34:3 For the ear tests words as the palate tastes food.

The principle here is clear: We must discipline ourselves to slow down. We need to give our hearts time to tell our mouths what to say.

Without consistent exposure to God’s Word, believers are ill-equipped for spiritual warfare. True strength comes from personally reading, studying, and internalizing Scripture.

Many Christians have head knowledge of God’s Word. They lack revelation because that Word has not sunk into their heart.

When the Word is in our hearts, we will respond subconsciously to the devil’s attacks. We will face life’s challenges with God’s perspective. Not fear, not worry, not desperation. The truth.

1 Peter 2:1-3 (NKJV) As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby.

It is a well-known fact that newborn babies need to be fed 8 to 12 times a day. This passage indicates that our maturity level does not change this need. We never grow out of this. We should continually nourish our spirits with God’s word throughout the day.

Abiding in God’s Word is the most important spiritual discipline we can have in place.

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