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According to the Bible, the Leviathan is an evil, serpent-like spirit sent to spread lies and break its victims’ relationship with God. If you’ve been struggling with pride and arrogance, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with the Leviathan spirit. If you need help removing yourself from its clutches, we’re here to help. In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Leviathan spirit, its characteristics and tactics, and how to defeat it.
Things You Should Know
- The Leviathan is an evil, scaled spirit from the Bible. It is known for lying and twisting the truth to manipulate its victims.
- The Leviathan breaks covenants like marriage by causing strife and arguments.
- To defeat the Leviathan, you must ask God for forgiveness and rededicate yourself to Him.
Steps
How to Defeat the Leviathan Spirit
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Live in humility. To fight the Leviathan, you must stay humble. Listen to your leaders and take accountability for your actions. Continue to pray and turn to God for assistance.[9]
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Ask God for forgiveness. Whether you have accidentally been used by or purposely worked with the Leviathan, you need to repent. When you know you’re ready to walk away from Leviathan and truly mean it, pray to God so that He may forgive you.[10]
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Become born again. After you’ve asked for forgiveness, you must accept Jesus into your heart. Rededicate yourself to Him so that you can wield power in His name.[11]
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Cast out the spirit. Call on the power of Jesus to remove the evil spirit from your life. Break all covenants you made with the Leviathan, no matter how small and subtle. When a child of God wields His power, the spirit has no choice but to obey.[12]
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Stay alert. Spirits like the Leviathan will often keep pushing boundaries to try to get back in. Remain strong in your faith and continue to live by the Word of God so you don’t fall victim again.[13]
Community Q&A
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QuestionI need help! I'm being abused by my husband who operates as a Leviathan, Jezebel, Narcissium. How do I get free from this man? He is very abusive to me. Arguing, strife, hate. I'm 70 and rely on him.Community AnswerCall your local domestic violence hotline. In the US call 1-800-799-7233.
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References
- ↑ https://realtalkbroadcastnetwork.org/index.php/2019/07/10/what-is-the-enemy-spirit/
- ↑ https://realtalkbroadcastnetwork.org/index.php/2019/07/10/what-is-the-enemy-spirit/
- ↑ https://realtalkbroadcastnetwork.org/index.php/2019/07/10/what-is-the-enemy-spirit/
- ↑ https://www.phyllisfordministries.com/spirit-of-leviathan
- ↑ https://www.phyllisfordministries.com/spirit-of-leviathan
- ↑ https://realtalkbroadcastnetwork.org/index.php/2019/07/10/what-is-the-enemy-spirit/
- ↑ https://www.phyllisfordministries.com/spirit-of-leviathan
- ↑ https://www.phyllisfordministries.com/spirit-of-leviathan
- ↑ https://www.phyllisfordministries.com/spirit-of-leviathan