Walls (or opinions, see the blog "Walls…Part 1" for understanding) of how or what things should be…a nice way to say idealism. As I wrote my last blog about walls, I was reminded of the time I had a chat with my dean while in Teen Challenge Ministry Institute. The Lord graciously showed me how idealism can be linked hand in hand with witchcraft thus leading to bondage.
When we set a predetermined "outcome" for a situation (idealism) or a certain expectation of what or how things should be, a door for witchcraft could be opened. See, when we begin to try to make that certain things or certain situation have a certain outcome, that is called manipulation. Typically, we do this unknowingly. We plan and plot certain things that we can do or say that will change the outcome of the situation. If not done with a rightly aligned spirit or for selfish gain, this is demonic, and could (will) create a foothold/bondage if not recognized and dealt with.
Let me back track for just a moment. Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft right? We see this mentioned in 1 Samuel 15. If we are trying to change the course of a situation (that is not ours to change) then this can be looked at as rebellion. Thus, idealism leads to rebellion which is ideally (pun intended) witchcraft.
So, long story short…I hope this all makes sense. God has taught me this many times. And for whatever reason, I thought about it again as I wrote the "Walls…Part 1" blog. Please take it, and pray about it. I know for me…this has once again brought me to a season of recognition and repentance. I do not want anything to seperate me from the presence of my precious Abba. I want to stand before Him without spot or wrinkle.
Blessings. 🙂
