“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.” – Ephesians 6:12
Bible Verses About Demons
James 4:7 – Resisting the devil is key to overcoming evil.
“Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” – James 4:7
Matthew 12:43-45 – An unclean spirit seeks a place to dwell.
“When an unclean spirit goes out of a man, he goes through dry places, seeking rest, and finds none. Then he says, ‘I will return to my house from which I came.’ And when he comes, he finds it empty, swept, and put in order.” – Matthew 12:43-45
Mark 1:23-24 – Even demons recognize Jesus’ authority.
“Now there was a man in their synagogue with an unclean spirit. And he cried out, saying, ‘Let us alone! What have we to do with You, Jesus of Nazareth? Did You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!'” – Mark 1:23-24
Luke 10:17 – The disciples rejoice in their authority over demons.
“Then the seventy returned with joy, saying, ‘Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name.'” – Luke 10:17
Acts 16:16-18 – Paul confronts a spirit of divination.
“Now it happened, as we went to prayer, that a certain slave girl possessed with a spirit of divination met us, who brought her masters much profit by fortune-telling.” – Acts 16:16-18
1 John 4:4 – Greater is He that is in us than those in the world.
“You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.” – 1 John 4:4
Mark 5:8 – Jesus commands spirits to come out.
“For He said to him, ‘Come out of the man, unclean spirit!'” – Mark 5:8
Revelation 12:9 – The great dragon thrown down with his angels.
“So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.” – Revelation 12:9
Matthew 17:18 – Jesus heals a boy possessed by a demon.
“And Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of him; and the child was cured from that very hour.” – Matthew 17:18
Luke 8:2 – Jesus heals women possessed by demons.
“And certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities—Mary called Magdalene, out of whom had come seven demons.” – Luke 8:2
Matthew 10:1 – Jesus grants authority over unclean spirits.
“And when He had called His twelve disciples to Him, He gave them power over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease.” – Matthew 10:1
Luke 11:24 – A demon can return to its former home.
“When an unclean spirit goes out of a man, he goes through dry places seeking rest, and finding none, he says, ‘I will return to my house from which I came.'” – Luke 11:24
Acts 19:15 – The seven sons of Sceva face a demon.
“And the evil spirit answered and said, ‘Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are you?'” – Acts 19:15
Luke 4:33 – A man possessed cries out against Jesus.
“And in the synagogue there was a man who had a spirit of an unclean demon. And he cried out with a loud voice.” – Luke 4:33
Matthew 8:16 – Jesus heals many who were possessed.
“When evening had come, they brought to Him many who were demon-possessed. And He cast out the spirits with a word, and healed all who were sick.” – Matthew 8:16
2 Corinthians 11:14 – Satan disguises himself as an angel of light.
“And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light.” – 2 Corinthians 11:14
Matthew 9:32-33 – Jesus casts out a mute demon.
“As they went out, behold, they brought to Him a man, mute and demon-possessed. And when the demon was cast out, the mute spoke.” – Matthew 9:32-33
1 Timothy 4:1 – Some will depart from the faith and follow deceiving spirits.
“Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons.” – 1 Timothy 4:1
Mark 9:25 – Jesus rebukes an unclean spirit.
“When Jesus saw that the people came running together, He rebuked the unclean spirit, saying to it, ‘Deaf and dumb spirit, I command you, come out of him and enter him no more!'” – Mark 9:25
Luke 4:35 – Jesus rebukes the demon and frees the man.
“But Jesus rebuked him, saying, ‘Be quiet, and come out of him!’ And when the demon had thrown him in their midst, it came out of him and did not hurt him.” – Luke 4:35
Isaiah 24:21-22 – The punishment of the host of the high ones and the kings of the earth.
“It shall be, in that day, that the Lord will punish on high the host of the exalted ones, and on the earth the kings of the earth.” – Isaiah 24:21-22
Revelation 20:10 – The devil will be cast into the lake of fire.
“The devil, who deceived them, was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone where the beast and the false prophet are. And they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.” – Revelation 20:10
Luke 10:19 – Believers are granted authority over the enemy.
“Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” – Luke 10:19
John 8:44 – The devil is a liar and the father of lies.
“You are of your father the devil, and the desires of your father you want to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him.” – John 8:44
1 John 5:18 – He who is born of God keeps himself safe from the evil one.
“We know that whoever is born of God does not sin; but he who has been born of God keeps himself, and the wicked one does not touch him.” – 1 John 5:18
Matthew 4:24 – People were brought to Jesus for healing from demonic activity.
“Then His fame went throughout all Syria; and they brought to Him all sick people who were afflicted with various diseases and torments, and those who were demon-possessed, epileptics, and paralytics; and He healed them.” – Matthew 4:24
Final Thoughts
It’s clear from the verses above that demons are a significant theme in the Bible. They are often seen opposing God’s creation and leading individuals away from faith. However, as believers, we can take comfort in knowing that through Christ, we have authority over these dark forces. It’s a reminder for us to stay spiritually alert, as we encounter challenges in our daily lives.
By immersing ourselves in God’s Word and drawing strength from His Spirit, we can overcome any attack from the enemy. Let’s continue to lift each other up, sharing the hope and love we find in Christ.
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