Greetings, my beloved children. Today, I come to you to discuss a topic that is often overlooked in our spiritual growth - the power of our words. In particular, I want to address the issue of swearing an oath and how it can open the door for Satan's deception in our lives. In this blog, I will explain why the devil uses this practice to deceive us, and how we can protect ourselves from falling into this trap.
Let us turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance. In Matthew 5:34-37, it says: "But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King. And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black. All you need to say is simply 'Yes' or 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one." This verse reminds us that our words have power and that we should be careful not to make promises or oaths that we cannot keep.
So, why does the devil use this practice to deceive us? The answer lies in the fact that when we swear an oath, we are essentially making a promise that we may not be able to keep. This can lead to feelings of guilt and shame, which can then lead us down a path of further sin and deception. Satan is always looking for ways to separate us from God, and this practice can be one of the many tools he uses to accomplish this.
What can we do to protect ourselves from this deception? Firstly, we must pray. In 1 John 1:9, it says: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." Prayer is our direct line of communication with God, and it is through prayer that we can ask for forgiveness for our sins and seek guidance on how to protect ourselves from the devil's deception.
Secondly, we should turn to the Holy Scriptures for guidance. In Proverbs 10:19, it says: "Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues." The Bible provides us with the wisdom and insight we need to stay focused on our spiritual growth and to protect ourselves from the devil's deception.
Lastly, we should seek accountability. In James 5:16, it says: "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." Having a community of believers who can hold us accountable and help us stay focused on our spiritual growth is essential in overcoming the temptation to swear oaths that can lead us down a path of further sin and deception.
In conclusion, my beloved children, we must be careful with our words and avoid making promises or oaths that we cannot keep. Through prayer, guidance from the Scriptures, and accountability, we can protect ourselves from the devil's deception and stay focused on our spiritual growth. Let us pray together now, asking for forgiveness for our sins and for strength to resist the devil's attempts to deceive us. May God bless you and keep you always in His loving embrace. Amen.
