Spiritual warfare often becomes a reality for individuals stepping into abortion healing. It’s not commonly discussed, but as an abortion recovery leader, you’ve likely seen its patterns unfold repeatedly. Let’s break it down to help others recognize it, understand its roots, and overcome it.
What is Spiritual Warfare?
Spiritual warfare is the battle between good and evil in the spiritual realm, overtaking our thoughts, emotions, and circumstances. For those beginning abortion recovery, it often surfaces as:
• Guilt and Shame: Intense feelings that lie to you, saying you’re beyond God’s grace.
• Fear and Doubt: Questions like “Will this work for me?” or “What will people think of me?”
• Distractions and Opposition: Sudden obstacles, emotional triggers, or life events that seem designed to derail your healing journey.
• Isolation: Believing no one can understand your pain or that you need to hide your struggles.
• Spiritual Attack: Lies from the enemy, like “God won’t forgive you” or “You’re unworthy of healing.”
These attacks aim to keep you stuck in pain and far from the freedom Christ offers.
Spiritual warfare often becomes a reality for individuals stepping into abortion healing. It’s not commonly discussed, but as an abortion recovery leader, you’ve likely seen its patterns unfold repeatedly. Let’s break it down to help others recognize it, understand its roots, and overcome it.
How Do You Overcome It?
1. Recognize the Battle:
The first step is awareness. Understand that these struggles are not just emotional or circumstantial—they are often spiritual. Recognizing the enemy’s tactics can help you avoid falling into his traps.
2. Equip Yourself with God’s Word:
• Ephesians 6:10-18 speaks of the armor of God. Wear it daily:
• Belt of Truth: Combat lies with God’s truth about His love, forgiveness, and redemption.
• Breastplate of Righteousness: Remember, your righteousness is in Christ, not your past.
• Shield of Faith: Use your faith to extinguish doubts and accusations.
• Sword of the Spirit: Fight with the Word of God. Memorize verses about forgiveness (e.g., 1 John 1:9) and identity (e.g., 2 Corinthians 5:17).
3. Surround Yourself with Support:
• Healing in community is powerful. Share your struggles with trusted accountability, prayer partners, or recovery leaders.
• Isolation is a key tactic of the enemy. Don’t let fear keep you silent.
4. Pray with Intentionality:
• Pray for God’s protection and guidance as you step into healing.
• Use specific prayers to reject shame, fear, and the lies of the enemy.
Example:
“Lord, I reject the lies that I am beyond forgiveness. I stand in Your truth that says I am made new in Christ. Protect my heart and mind as I pursue healing. Thank You for the freedom You’ve already won for me.”
5. Expect Resistance but Stay Committed:
• Recognize that spiritual warfare is often a sign you’re stepping into God’s will. Healing after abortion threatens the enemy’s agenda, so he fights harder.
• Push through the resistance, leaning on God’s strength (Philippians 4:13).
6. Celebrate Small Victories:
• Every step in the healing process is a victory. Recognize how far God has brought you and praise Him for it.
• Gratitude weakens the enemy’s grip.
7. Stay Grounded in God’s Grace:
• Understand that healing is a process. Even if you stumble, God’s grace is sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9).
• Keep showing up. Consistency is key to breaking spiritual strongholds.
Why is Spiritual Warfare Common in Healing?
Abortion is deeply tied to shame, grief, and brokenness—areas where the enemy works overtime to keep people in bondage. When someone starts their healing journey, they step into God’s light, which exposes and disrupts the enemy’s hold. The enemy loses ground as you embrace freedom, purpose, and redemption through Christ.
Encouragement for Those Facing Spiritual Warfare
Remember, Jesus has already won the ultimate victory (John 16:33). Healing after abortion is not just possible—it’s promised for those who trust in Him. The enemy’s attacks may feel overwhelming, but God’s power is always greater. Stand firm, equip yourself, and let others walk alongside you in this journey. Healing is worth the battle, and God’s grace is more than enough.
Why is Spiritual Warfare Common in Healing?
Abortion is deeply tied to shame, grief, and brokenness—areas where the enemy works overtime to keep people in bondage. When someone starts their healing journey, they step into God’s light, which exposes and disrupts the enemy’s hold. The enemy loses ground as you embrace freedom, purpose, and redemption through Christ.
Encouragement for Those Facing Spiritual Warfare
Remember, Jesus has already won the ultimate victory (John 16:33). Healing after abortion is not just possible—it’s promised for those who trust in Him. The enemy’s attacks may feel overwhelming, but God’s power is always greater. Stand firm, equip yourself, and let others walk alongside you in this journey. Healing is worth the battle, and God’s grace is more than enough.
Serena Dyksen
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