“In your anger do not sin": Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. Ephesians 4:26-27
What does it mean to give the devil a foothold? Maybe simply dabbling in things you know are not good for you. The Bible is the handbook for life so go there if in doubt.
Scenarios to give the devil a foothold would be a jealous spirit, bitterness, anger, hate, rage, gossip, pornography, child abuse, divorce, lying, stealing, fear, doubt, not forgiving someone, giving in to the flesh, to name a few. Everyone is guilty till proven innocent.Do what you can each day to start the day being uplifted by good thoughts. Have a time alone with God reading Psalms and Proverbs. If you have babies or small children include them to teach them the habit of starting each day with faith not fear. Don’t let the world run your day but purpose in your heart you will run each and every day towards a closer walk with the Lord so the devil can’t take you captive with his schemes.PRAYER: Father I want to live for you each and every day saturated in truth and staying in your favor. I choose to cast off those things I know try to drag me into a pit and stay lifted up above my enemies.In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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