{"id":45462,"date":"2020-12-04T17:17:15","date_gmt":"2020-12-04T14:17:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/?p=45462"},"modified":"2025-05-11T23:00:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T20:00:23","slug":"what-the-wicked-fears-will-come-upon-him-understanding-the-bondage-of-fear-in-light-of-scripture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/en\/2020\/12\/04\/what-the-wicked-fears-will-come-upon-him-understanding-the-bondage-of-fear-in-light-of-scripture\/","title":{"rendered":"What the Wicked Fears Will Come Upon Him: Understanding the Bondage of Fear in Light of Scripture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u201cWhat the wicked dreads will overtake him, what the righteous desire will be granted.\u201d \u2013 Proverbs 10:24 (NIV)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Praise be to the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of Satan\u2019s most effective weapons is fear<\/em>. While often overlooked, fear is more than an emotional state\u2014it is a spiritual gateway. The Bible warns us that fear has the power to torment and enslave.<\/p>\n

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“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”<\/strong> \u2013 1 John 4:18 (NIV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Many believers live with chronic anxiety over spiritual attacks, curses, and witchcraft. And sadly, this fear has been normalized even taught in many churches today. Instead of focusing on Christ, salvation, and the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit, many Christians are preoccupied with demons, curses, and conspiracies. The gospel has been replaced by superstition.<\/p>\n

This is not the Christianity Jesus or His apostles preached.<\/p>\n

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Biblical Perspective on Witchcraft and Evil Forces<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Witchcraft is real the Bible affirms that (see Exodus 22:18<\/strong>, Galatians 5:19\u201321<\/strong>, and Acts 8:9\u201324<\/strong>). However, Scripture does not dwell on uncovering the secrets of witches or promoting fear of their practices. Instead, the New Testament consistently directs believers toward faith in Christ and life in the Spirit.<\/p>\n

Why didn\u2019t Jesus teach His disciples to fear witches? Why didn\u2019t Paul go city to city warning believers about spirits hiding in cats, lizards, or trees?<\/p>\n

Because the apostles had a higher revelation: the power of God is greater than all the power of the enemy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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“You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.”<\/strong> \u2013 1 John 4:4 (NIV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Fear Creates a Spiritual Vulnerability<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The principle in Proverbs 10:24<\/strong> teaches a deep truth: what the wicked dreads comes upon him<\/em>. This is not just a proverb\u2014it\u2019s a spiritual law. When people allow irrational fear to dominate their hearts, they unknowingly open the door to demonic oppression.<\/p>\n

If someone sees a lizard or owl and immediately assumes it\u2019s a witch\u2019s manifestation, that belief (not the animal itself) becomes the foothold for fear. If you view every animal or object as a potential spiritual attack, then you’re no longer walking by faith you are walking by fear.<\/p>\n

Jesus never taught us to live that way.<\/p>\n

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Faith, Not Fear, Is the Christian Lifestyle<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”<\/strong> \u2013 Hebrews 11:1 (ESV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Faith activates God\u2019s promises; fear activates spiritual torment. Many Christians attribute setbacks or poverty to spiritual attacks, when often, it\u2019s the fear of such things that has opened the door to hardship.<\/p>\n

Instead of assuming rats or owls are spiritual omens, faith calls us to exercise discernment, wisdom, and trust in God\u2019s providence. The righteous live by faith (Romans 1:17), not fear.<\/p>\n

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The Power of Christ Over Every Curse<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Christ’s victory over darkness is complete. Through His death and resurrection, He has disarmed the powers of darkness.<\/p>\n

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“Having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.”<\/strong> \u2013 Colossians 2:15 (NIV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Even if someone sends curses or engages in witchcraft against you, those efforts cannot prosper when you are hidden in Christ.<\/p>\n

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“No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord.”<\/strong> \u2013 Isaiah 54:17 (NKJV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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“They will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.”<\/strong> \u2013 Mark 16:18 (NIV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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These are not empty promises\u2014they are spiritual realities for those who walk in the Spirit.<\/p>\n

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A Call to Truth and Freedom<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Jesus did not die so we could live in constant fear of witches, owls, or shadows. He came to give us abundant life (John 10:10) and peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). If fear is dominating your walk with God, it\u2019s time to return to the truth of the gospel.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThen you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.\u201d<\/strong> \u2013 John 8:32 (NIV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Instead of filling your mind with superstitious teachings and fear-based doctrines, immerse yourself in the Word of God. The more you understand the truth, the more fearless and free your life will become.<\/p>\n

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Final Encouragement<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you’ve been held captive by fear especially fear of witchcraft or curses Jesus offers freedom. You don\u2019t need to live in suspicion and anxiety. Begin today by renewing your mind with Scripture, trusting in Christ\u2019s finished work, and walking in the boldness that comes from the Holy Spirit.<\/p>\n

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“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”<\/strong> \u2013 2 Timothy 1:7 (ESV)<\/em><\/p>\n

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You are not a victim. You are more than a conqueror through Christ who loves you (Romans 8:37).<\/p>\n

Shalom!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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