Obedience as a Spiritual Weapon

Why do we say that obedience is a spiritual weapon? Because when we are obedient, God’s presence and
authority is stronger in our life to confront the enemy. We also have more strength to face the trials and
tribulations that come to our lives. Obedience is one of the most powerful spiritual weapons we have against the enemy. The bible says in James 4:7 that if we want the enemy to flee from us we first have to submit to God and then resist the devil. To submit to God is to obey Him doing all He demands in
the word. So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. (James 4:7 NIV) When we become disobedient, we open doors to the enemy in our lives. Disobedience is rebellion and that is not a part of God’s personality. The bible says in Matthew 7:24 that those who hear the word of God and obey are compared to wise people. Wise people built their house upon the rock who is Jesus Christ, which means that if we are obedient we will not be defeated. When we are obedient, also trials and tribulations will be easier to handle.