“The prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty-one days, but Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I was left there with the kings of Persia”(Daniel 10:13).
Gabriel’s conversation with Daniel gives us insight, into what happens in the heavenly realm over our physical world. How is it that while Daniel fasted and prayed, there was a war being waged in the atmosphere? This was between the Prince of Persia and Michael who is the chief Prince of war within the kingdom of God. Gabriel’s mandate is to bring answers and to transmit information. He also provides revelation and insight into the mysteries of God. While on route to Daniel he was withstood by a demonic Prince who reigned over the territory of Persia (Daniel 10:12-14).
There are principalities, powers and rulers of darkness that monitor specific regions and territories who will try to block our advances. As we continue to intercede and wage war through prayer, Michael and other heavenly assistants will fight on our behalf. The battle belongs to God and our posture is constant prayer and worship which are our weapons of war.
We feel exhausted at times and challenges sometimes knocks the wind out of us. We continue to fight back and pursue the enemy and recover what was stolen. “Pursue them,” he answered. “You will certainly overtake them and succeed in the rescue” (1 Samuel 30:8). This is what God commanded David when the Amalekites raided their camp and took their families. Pursue them and overtake and succeed in winning this battle.
“pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18).
I am a trained Social Worker who currently provides professional leadership on a programme to support Social Work students and Newly Qualified Social Workers entering the Social Work Profession.
Born and raised in Jamaica in a Christian family where my father is an ordained Pastor and Deacon who has served for over 50 years in the ministry. My father is also a trained musician and our family can be described as a musical family. I grew up in a small farming community in St. Peter’s, St. Andrew and my parents also have a small farm.
I credit my gift of writing to my father who I watched and listened to over the years as he wrote sermons, poems and other recitals in his capacity in ministry. English has always been an easy subject for me and over the years I have developed an increased interest in writing.
I am a Trainer, I sing and have a passion for worship, the spoken word and the free flow of the prophetic anointing. I am married to my best friend Andrew Christopher Young who is an advanced Musician and whose music you can find on YouTube and Facebook. I am a trained Coach and Mentor and I love experimenting with food so I love cooking. I enjoy trying cultural dishes from across the world and I view food as an entry into cultures and languages.
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15 thoughts on “War in the Heavens”
So many of life’s struggles could be resolved with as much effort as it takes to drop to our knees in prayer! Thanks For the Breakdown, Anneta💕
Amen 🙏🏾. My church has started a week of early morning prayers this week. Our end time church needs to pray in order to usher in the end time harvest. Bless you.
A much needed reminder to spend more of our time in prayer. I have been reminded of this with three different things I read and your post further cements this reminder for me.
Thank you for sharing and may God’s blessings be upon you.
How much of the church is aware of this truth? How much of the church knows that there is a spiritual conflict before we ever see the manifestation?
Thank you sister for reviving this scene so that those who read may understand that our conflict and struggle here is affected by what happens in the spirit realm.
Why does the Lord tells that where there is no knowledge or vision my people perish?
So much time is spent teaching the gospel, I love the gospel and grace, but how much opportunity do we take to dive into the Word of the Spirit to know of the spirit world?
God bless you, sister
Indeed. A peace loving happy go lucky Christianity does not equip people for the realities that exists among us. Being informed, fully equipped and prepared helps up to not only fight successfully but to win and overcome. Bless you. 🙏🏾
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So many of life’s struggles could be resolved with as much effort as it takes to drop to our knees in prayer! Thanks For the Breakdown, Anneta💕
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Amen 🙏🏾. My church has started a week of early morning prayers this week. Our end time church needs to pray in order to usher in the end time harvest. Bless you.
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This is so excellent and such a necessity, both in the home as well as the church. Amen and May He also bless you super abundantly🙏🏾
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Amen 🙏🏾. Have a blessed week. ❤️
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Amen! And may you week also be joy-full and blessed💕
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I love that story! It teaches us so much about spiritual warfare…and what posture to maintain.
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Amen 🙏🏾
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A much needed reminder to spend more of our time in prayer. I have been reminded of this with three different things I read and your post further cements this reminder for me.
Thank you for sharing and may God’s blessings be upon you.
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Amen 🙏🏾. Bless you.
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How much of the church is aware of this truth? How much of the church knows that there is a spiritual conflict before we ever see the manifestation?
Thank you sister for reviving this scene so that those who read may understand that our conflict and struggle here is affected by what happens in the spirit realm.
Why does the Lord tells that where there is no knowledge or vision my people perish?
So much time is spent teaching the gospel, I love the gospel and grace, but how much opportunity do we take to dive into the Word of the Spirit to know of the spirit world?
God bless you, sister
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Indeed. A peace loving happy go lucky Christianity does not equip people for the realities that exists among us. Being informed, fully equipped and prepared helps up to not only fight successfully but to win and overcome. Bless you. 🙏🏾
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So much happens we don’t see but there is peace in knowing our heavenly Father sees and takes up our cause.
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Amen 🙏🏾
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May God give us grace and strength to continue in prayer in Jesus name, amen
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Amen 🙏🏾
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