"OVERCOMING THE SPIRIT OF FEAR"

• Principalities (ARCHAS): The first ones, most excellent; A person or thing that goes before, the first person or thing in a series.

• Powers (EXOUSIA): The power to rule or reign; delegated authority; power exercised by leaders or others in high positions because of the tasks that they perform.

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Demonic Hierarchy Ephesians 6:10-12

Demonic Hierarchy-cont. Ephesians 6:10-12

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• Rulers of Darkness of This World (KOSMOKRATORAS): Refers directly to spiritual princes who rule over nations. Every nation has a ruling spirit (a prince) that expands and furthers the kingdom of darkness. They draw strength from the evil works/disobedience of humanity in that region.

Demonic Hierarchy-cont. Ephesians 6:10-12

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• Spiritual Wickedness in Heavenly Places (PNUEMATIKA PONERIA): Spiritual powers that are evil and live in the atmosphere above the Earth. Specific assignment is to lure men/women away by their “own lusts” and entice them to follow their way instead of God’s way. Means to defile all flesh…

Part 1:The Spirit of FEAR

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2 Timothy 1:7

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

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Fear: A distressing emotion aroused by impending danger,

evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or imagined; the feeling or condition of being afraid.

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PhobosFear, dread, terror, that which strikes

terror. In classical Greek the word signified flight. Later it came to denote

that which causes flight, hence fear, terror, dread. “That which may cause

flight.”

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Why Fear Comes…

The spirit of fear is released to attack the courage, vision, belief and faith of the Christian Ambassador that

represents Christ and His Kingdom in the earth.

It’s purpose is abort one’s purpose, derail their destines and assassinate someone’s future.

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Fear’s M.O. (Method of Operation)

How Fear Operates

•Thoughts•Lies•“Gates” (Eyes, Ears, Senses, etc.)•Life’s Events/Circumstances

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F-FalseE-EvidenceA-Appearing To BeR-Real

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Next Week:

The Fruit of FEAR“The Many Faces of Fear”

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Part 2:The Fruit of FEAR“The Many Faces of Fear”

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Recap From Last Week: What We Learned:

• The Bible teaches us not to be ignorant of Satan’s devices (2 Cor. 2:11); that means being educated concerning his weaponry and his demonic hierarchy.

• We learned that Fear (Grk.-Phobos) is a spirit. It is THE master spirit used by Satan in his demonic hierarchy (Chief Principality).

• First manifestation of this notorious spirit occurred in the Garden of Eden (Gen. 3:1)• We learned that it operates primarily through four ways:

• Thoughts• Lies• “Gates” (Eyes, Ears, Senses, etc.)• Events

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Matthew 7:15-20“By their fruits you shall know

them…”

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The Fury of FEARWhat Fear Does…• Fear brings torment (1 John 4:18)• Fear makes you self-focused; self-preservation

• Fear is a learned behavior • Fear will make you “see” things that aren’t

there • Fear fights against the truth of God’s Word• What You Know• What God Said

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The Enemy’s Weapon:Fiery Darts

(Ephesians 6:13-16)

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The Enemy’s Weapon:

Fiery Darts(Grk.-) Puroo Belos: A

fiery missile/dart that is thrown (repeatedly) into

the mind of a man

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Your Defense:

Shield of Faith

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Next Week: Part 3:

Overcoming FEAR

“Learning How To Overcome”

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Part 3:Overcoming FEAR

“Learning How To Overcome”

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Recap From Last Week: What We Learned:

•Fear is a spirit that has many “faces,”(Many manifestations)•You can identify the “root” by the fruit that you see•God has given you weaponry to combat this spirit

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The Weapons of Our Warfare

“For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down

strongholds….” (2 Corinthians 10:4)

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The Enemy’s Weapon:Fiery Darts

(Ephesians 6:13-16)

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The Enemy’s Weapon:

Fiery Darts(Grk.-) Puroo Belos: A

fiery missile/dart that is thrown (repeatedly) into

the mind of a man

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Weapon #1Shield of Faith

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www.lifechangerschurchintl.orgShield of Faith: Ephesians 6:13-16

Weapon #2Power, Love, A Sound

Mind “For God has not given us a spirit of fear,

But of power and of love and of a sound mind.”

-2 Timothy 1:7

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Weapon #2Power: dunamis-Miraculous power, strength, violent force

Love: agape-affection or benevolence

Sound Mind: sophronismos-to discipline or correct; self-control; teach to be sober. Literally means “saving the mind”

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Weapon #3The Love of God

“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involve torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect

in love.”-1 John 4:18

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Weapon #4Submitting &

Resisting“Submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from

you.”-James 4:7

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Weapon #4Submit: hupotasso-Subordinate one’s self; submission, obedience, subjection, reverence.

Resist: antihistemi-Withstand, cause to stand

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Weapon #5Courage

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“Be strong and of good courage…only be strong and very courageous that you may observe to do according to all the law which Moses my servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go…

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage, do not be afraid nor dismayed…” Joshua 1:6-9

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Weapon #6Truth, Truth,

Truth…“Then Jesus said unto those who believed in Him, if you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you

free.”-John 8:31-32

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Weapon #7Confession

“Confess your trespasses to one another, that you may be healed…” James 5:13-16

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Next Week: Part 4:

Living Free From FEAR

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Part 4:Living Free From FEAR“Learning How To Overcome”

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Recap From Last Week: What We Learned…

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What does the Bible say that fear brings?

A.TruthB.TerrorC.TormentD.Torture

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Question #1

Answer

What does the Bible say that fear brings?

C. Torment

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Question #1

Fill in the Blank…

“For God has not given me the _______ ___ _____. But of ______, _______, & a ______ ______.

(Where is the scripture found?)

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Question #2

Question #2Answer…

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7)

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Name the four “categories” of demons listed in Ephesians 6.

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Question #3

Answer…

Name the four “categories” of demons listed in Ephesians 6.

A.PrincipalitiesB.PowersC.Rulers of Darkness of This WorldD.Spiritual Wickedness in High Places

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Question #3

Question #4

Name the Greek word used in Scripture for fear.

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Question #4 Answer…

Phobos(where our English word Phobia is

derived from)

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Question #5

Name three manifestations of the spirit of fear.

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Question #6

The Bible says that God has given us weapons to fight

our enemy.

Name the weapon God has given to you to use to

quench the fiery darts of satan.

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Question #6

Answer…

The Shield of Faith

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www.lifechangerschurchintl.orgShield of Faith: Ephesians 6:13-16

Question #7Name This Weapon

(Fill in the Blank…)

“There is no fear in ___; but perfect ___ casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in

_____.”(-1 John 4:18)

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Question #7Name This Weapon

(Answer…)

LOVE

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BONUS ROUND

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Question #8

Fruit of the Spirit

1.How Many Are There?2.Where Are They Found in Scripture?3.Name Them

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Question #8 Answer

1.Nine2.Galatians 5:223.Name Them…

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Question #8 Answer

1.Love 8. Gentleness2.Joy 9. Self-Control3.Peace4.Longsuffering 5.Kindness6.Goodness7.Faithfulness

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Question #9

Gifts of the Spirit

1.How Many Are There?2.Where Are They Found in Scripture?3.Name Them

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Question #9 Answer

1.Nine2.1 Corinthians 12:4-113.Name Them…

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Question #9

1.Word of Wisdom 8. Tongues 2.Word of Knowledge 9. Faith 3.Discerning of Spirits4.Gifts of Healing5.Working of Miracles6.Prophecy 7.Interpretation of Tongues

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Question #10

How old will Pastor Warren be on his next birthday?

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Question #10 Answer…

21 years old!!(okay maybe not….38 years old)

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Part 4:Living Free From FEAR“Learning How To Overcome”

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Identifying Triggers

F-Former ExperiencesE-Emotional OverloadA-Avoidance of SituationsR-Runaway Imaginations

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F-Former Experiences

Solution:Analyze the reason for your fear, and then let the Lord help you

face your fears.

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E-Emotional Overload

Solution:Analyze the reason for your fear, and then let the Lord help you

heal from your hurts.

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A-Avoidance of Situations

Solution:

Analyze the reason for your fear, and then let the Lord help you face your

fears.

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R-Runaway Imagination

Solution:Analyze the reason for your fear, and change your thought life.

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Practical Steps To Take To Enforce Your Freedom From Fear

1.“Rehearse The Verse”2.Increase Your Exposure To The Fear3.Practice Facing Your Fear4.Repeat Each Step Until Little To No Emotional Response is Evoked5.Exchange Panic for Peace

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