Pre-Shiloh Teachings (Pt. 3) - How Demons Gain Access

Our lives consist of several pillars—with our spiritual life at the center. Other key areas include:

• Health

• Finances

• Work or academics

• Life purpose or ministry

• Family

• Relationships

When any of these areas are under attack, the enemy is often seeking access. According to 1 Peter 5:8–9, the devil is looking for an opportunity—he cannot devour everyone. Ephesians 4:26 tells us that the enemy is given place, he doesn’t take it. Except for temptation, all other activities of the enemy are trespasses.

If deliverance is necessary, it means ground has been given to the enemy. John 14:30 reveals Jesus’s testimony: “The enemy has nothing in me.” That must become our own.

When Demons Gain Access

There is a spiritual hedge that surrounds the believer. Access means the hedge is broken—like in the case of Job. This can be caused by:

• Indifference and apathy toward spiritual warfare

• Ignorance, which is the absence of light in a particular area of your life

What Gives Demons Access?

• Unrepentant Sin
  Ongoing, unaddressed sin invites demonic activity. (Zech. 3:1)

• Thoughts & Suggestions
  Agreeing with fearful or deceptive thoughts opens doors. (Job 3:25)

• Sex
  No such thing as casual sex—spirits can transfer. (1 Cor. 6:16)

• Drugs & Alcohol
  Alters your senses; lowers spiritual guard. (1 Pet. 5:8)

• Covenants & Dedications
  Entered knowingly or unknowingly—still valid spiritually. (Deut. 32:17)

• Evil Altars
  Witchcraft altars raised against you create spiritual attacks. (2 Chr. 34:4)

• Idolatry
  Invites demons by spiritual alignment. (1 Cor. 10:20)

• Curses (with cause)
  A justified curse activates demonic enforcement. (Prov. 26:2)

• Inheritance
  Spiritual liabilities passed through bloodlines. (Ex. 34:7)

• Bloodshed
  Innocent blood speaks in the spirit. (Gen. 4:10)

• Eye/Ear Gates
  Music, Movies etc. What you consume can affect your spirit. (Ps. 101:3)

• Atmospheres & Locations
  Some places carry demonic presence. (Ps. 1:1)

• Impartation
  Transfer of spirits through laying on of hands. (1 Tim. 5:22)

• Dishonor for Authority
  Breaks spiritual covering and invites attack. (Rom. 13:1)

• Trauma
  Emotional/sexual wounds can become access points. (Ps. 147:3)

• Unforgiveness
  Legal ground for tormentors. (Matt. 18:34)

• Fear
  Gives demons something to respond to. (2 Tim. 1:7)

Final Word

Demons don’t gain access randomly. We must guard our lives, reject darkness, and maintain the hedge. The enemy will find nothing in us. “The enemy has nothing in me.” — John 14:30