In Part 1, we explored why “back to sender” prayers reflect a worldview that is closer to retaliation than redemption and why Christians should be careful not to borrow the logic of shrines and altars while attempting to accomplish Kingdom assignments.
But if believers are not called to return curses, how should they engage spiritual warfare?
The answer is found in Scripture.
Christians Are Called to Overcome Evil, Not Redirect It
Paul writes:
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” (Romans 12:21)
Notice the instruction.
The believer’s victory is not found in sending evil back. It is found in overcoming evil altogether.
When darkness comes against a Christian, our response is not to become distributors of darkness ourselves.
We are ambassadors of a different kingdom.
A kingdom where light overcomes darkness.
A kingdom where blessing overcomes cursing.
A kingdom where forgiveness overcomes revenge.
A kingdom where Christ overcomes everything.
Spiritual Warfare Is Not Against People
Paul reminds believers:
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers…” (Ephesians 6:12)
The enemy is not your neighbor.
The enemy is not your nosy colleague at work.
The enemy is not your ex-partner.
The enemy is not the relative you suspect is jealous of you.
Spiritual warfare becomes dangerous when believers begin targeting people instead of confronting the forces behind darkness.
The Christian fights spiritual battles while still loving people.
God’s Protection Is Better Than Payback
Many believers pray retaliatory prayers because they fear what evil can do to them.
But Scripture points us toward confidence in God’s sovereignty.
Our security is not in curses being returned.
Our security is in God’s ability to preserve us.
The cross demonstrates that evil does not have the final word.
God does.
Three Popular Christian Myths That Sound Biblical But Aren’t
1. “God Helps Those Who Help Themselves”
This phrase is not found anywhere in Scripture.
The Gospel is the story of God rescuing people who could not save themselves.
2. “Everything Happens For a Reason”
While God can bring good out of difficult situations, Scripture never teaches that God directly authored every tragedy, abuse, or act of wickedness.
3. “Touch Not My Anointed”
This phrase is frequently used to silence accountability.
Yet throughout Scripture, prophets confronted kings, apostles corrected leaders, and churches were instructed to hold leaders accountable.
The Danger of Borrowed Christianity
The greatest threat to many believers is not atheism.
It is unquestioned tradition.
Many Christians believe things simply because they heard them repeated by parents, pastors, social media influencers, or popular preachers.
But repetition does not create truth.
Scripture does.
Like the Bereans, believers must examine everything against God’s Word.
Because not everything that sounds spiritual is biblical.
Not every tradition is holy.
And not every prayer reflects the heart of Christ.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, teach me to wage spiritual warfare according to Your Word and not according to culture, fear, or tradition. Fill me with discernment, establish me in truth, and help me to love even when I am opposed. May my life reflect Your character and may my faith be built on Scripture rather than slogans. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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