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The Devil Has No Permission Over Your Life Unless You Give It to Him


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

Many people live in fear of the enemy, believing he has free rein to wreak havoc in their lives. Yet, the truth is that the devil does not have free access to your peace, health, or family. He cannot simply impose disease, destruction, or despair upon you.

If the devil truly could attack anyone at will, 1 Peter 5:8 would state that he devours whomever he chooses. The fact that he must seek indicates that some individuals are "undevourable".

What Makes You "Undevourable"?

The devil operates like a roaring lion, attempting to intimidate and instil fear. But he is not the true Lion. The true Lion is Jesus Christ, the Lion of Judah (Revelation 5:5), who has already defeated the devil. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus rendered powerless the one who held the power of death (Hebrews 2:14).

When you understand that Jesus resides in you and that His power is greater than anything in this world (1 John 4:4), you become "undevourable". Fear and intimidation lose their grip because you stand on the truth of God's Word.

Authority Over the Enemy

The devil only gains access to your life when you allow it—through fear, doubt, or by opening the door to sin. He thrives on deception, convincing you that he has power over you. But the reality is that his power is nullified in the presence of Christ's authority.

As a believer, you have the authority to resist him 

"Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you." — James 4:7.

When you stand firm in faith, fully submitted to God, the enemy must retreat. He has no choice.

Living in Victory

To live an "undevourable" life, you must:

1. Stay Sober and Vigilant

Be aware of the enemy's tactics but do not be consumed by fear. Instead, focus on the power of Christ within you.

2. Remain Grounded in God’s Word

Understand what the Bible says about your identity and authority in Christ.

3. Trust in the Finished Work of Jesus 

The Lion of Judah has already won the battle. You don’t fight for victory; you fight from victory. Its a proxy warfare.

The devil has no permission over your life unless you give it to him. Stand firm in the knowledge that the one who is in you is far greater than the one who is in the world. When you do this, you will walk in the victory that Christ has already secured for you.

Let the roars of the enemy fall silent in the presence of the true Lion of Judah.

God bless you abundantly!

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