| Reasons For Deliverance Worker Dropouts by Bob Hall Many pastors and religious leaders preach that a Christian could not possibly (be troubled by or) have a demon. Some church hierarchy has even acquiesced (to "doctrines of demons" 1Timothy 4:1) to the point that they will dismiss members for practicing deliverance. Generally most people drop out of this area of the Lord's ministry (i.e., deliverance) for of the following reasons: 1. Persecution, rejection and pressure from such sources as: � Other Christians � Pastors � Churches � Friends � Relatives � Loved ones � Religious organizations 2. Demonic counterattack through: a. Sickness and financial pressures b. Accidents and attempted injury c. Curses (ref. "Biblical Curses"). One of the worst curses results from returning evil for good (ref. Psalms 109). d. Demonic visitations (due to entering into the land of giants). 3. Direct demonic pressure and influence resulting from continued involvement with activities which allowing demons a continuing means of entry: � Martial arts � Rock music � Sports addiction � Christian rock 4. Incomplete Personal Deliverance: Pressure from demons still within them may begin manifesting as they walk closer with the Lord and seek to work for Him in the deliverance ministry. These demons need be cast out as they surface, just like one would peel an onion. Paul indicated this when he said in Philippians 2:12 that you need to "... continue to work out your salvation (more accurately* translated 'deliverance') with fear and trembling." These manifesting demons can cause such things as: � Anger and violence � Sudden lapses into immorality � Suppressed sins recurring � Cherished sins resurfacing * The Greek word �soteria,� which we translate 'salvation,' also includes the meanings 'deliverance,' 'health,' 'rescue,' and 'safety.' Page 1 of 3 |
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