The Bible acknowledges the existence of hidden enemies and warns believers to be vigilant and discerning. It emphasizes the spiritual nature of these enemies, often portraying them as unseen forces working against God’s purposes and the well-being of humanity.
The Bible teaches that Satan, also known as the devil, is the ultimate hidden enemy. He is described as a deceiver and the father of lies, constantly seeking to undermine God’s plans and deceive people. Satan is portrayed as a spiritual adversary who prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.
In addition to Satan, the Bible highlights the presence of evil spirits or demons. These malevolent beings are depicted as forces of darkness who can influence and manipulate individuals. They seek to hinder believers and promote wickedness.
Moreover, the Bible cautions against the dangers of human enemies who operate with hidden motives and seek to cause harm. It warns of deceitful individuals who may pose as friends but are actually enemies in disguise. It encourages believers to exercise discernment and wisdom in identifying and dealing with such hidden enemies.
The Bible calls believers to be watchful and prepared for spiritual warfare. It teaches that God equips believers with spiritual armor, such as truth, righteousness, faith, and the Word of God, to stand against the schemes of hidden enemies. It emphasizes the importance of prayer, reliance on God’s strength, and unity within the community of believers to combat these unseen foes.
Let us read the following Bible verses in order to be warned and free from the trap of Hidden Enemies.
Ephesians 6:13
“Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand”
James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”
Psalm 23:4
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me”
Psalm 138:7
“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me”
Luke 10:19
“Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you”
Leviticus 26:6
“And I will give peace in the land, and ye shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid: and I will rid evil beasts out of the land, neither shall the sword go through your land”
Ephesians 6:12
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places”
Isaiah 54:17
“No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord , and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord”
1 Peter 3:15
“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear”
1 John 4:1
“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world”
James 4:4
“Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God”
1 Peter 5:8
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour”
Romans 10:3
“For they being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and going about to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted themselves unto the righteousness of God”
John 13:34
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another”
Isaiah 41:10
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness”
2 Corinthians 2:11
“Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices”
2 Timothy 3:12
“Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution”
Acts 7:60
“And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep”
Revelation 12:9
“And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him”
Romans 12:9
“Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good”
John 16:33
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world”
Luke 6:27
“But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you”
Ephesians 6:11
“Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil”
Romans 5:10
“For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life”
1 Peter 2:23
“Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously”
Romans 12:21
“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good”
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life”
Luke 23:34
“Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots”
Proverbs 24:17
“Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth”
1 John 4:7
“Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God”
Proverbs 25:21
“If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink”
Ephesians 1:11
“In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will”
Ephesians 6:7
“With good will doing service, as to the Lord, and not to men”
Deuteronomy 20:1
“When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, and a people more than thou, be not afraid of them: for the Lord thy God is with thee, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt”
Romans 12:19
“Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord”
Romans 12:20
“Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head”
Ephesians 4:27
“Neither give place to the devil”
Psalm 57:6
“They have prepared a net for my steps; my soul is bowed down: they have digged a pit before me, into the midst whereof they are fallen themselves. Selah”
2 Corinthians 4:4
“In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them”
Exodus 23:5
“If thou see the ass of him that hateth thee lying under his burden, and wouldest forbear to help him, thou shalt surely help with him”
Matthew 5:43
“Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy”
1 John 3:1
“Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not”
Proverbs 16:7
“When a man’s ways please the Lord , he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him”
Luke 6:35
“But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil”
Psalm 71:10
“For mine enemies speak against me; and they that lay wait for my soul take counsel together”
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble”
1 Corinthians 15:57
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ”
Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee”
Colossians 3:5
“Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry”
1 Peter 3:9
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing”
