We may not see what goes on inside us, but the Bible tells us there is a battle going on for control of our minds. When we first came into recovery, we likely found it hard not to obsess on the substance, person, or thing that we were addicted to. Evil powers had control of our thinking and actions, and they were determined to remain in control. The good news is that when we invite Jesus into our lives, the Holy Spirit comes to live in us and one of His tasks is to set us free from the power of sin.
Deep inside me I find joy in God’s law. But I see another law working in me. It fights against the law of my mind. It makes me a prisoner of the law of sin. That law controls me. (Romans 7:22-23 NIRV)
To have victory over obsessive thoughts we need to stand firm in the power of the Holy Spirit and use the words of scripture against the enemy who is seeking to destroy us.
Put on all of God’s armor. Then you can remain strong against the devil’s evil plans. Our fight is not against human beings. It is against the rulers, the authorities and the powers of this dark world. It is against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly world. (Ephesians 6:11-12 NIRV)
Prayer: Gracious God, I desire to be free from every obsession that has held me captive. Please help me stand firm on the truth of Your word and declare that where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. Amen
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