#029 The Devil Made Me Do It

This conversation challenges us to examine a critical tension in our spiritual lives: the reality of spiritual warfare versus our personal responsibility. Drawing from the garden of Eden story where both Adam and Eve shifted blame, we're reminded that while we do have a real enemy seeking to steal, kill, and destroy, we also have real agency in our choices. The discussion unpacks Ephesians' call to stay alert and put on the full armor of God, while simultaneously acknowledging that not every difficulty is demonic—sometimes it's just poor planning, natural consequences, or areas where we need to grow. The key insight is profound: whether we're facing spiritual attack or personal failure, our response should be the same—run to God first. We're encouraged to ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom (James 1: 5) rather than spiraling in analysis paralysis. This isn't about figuring out who caused our problems; it's about remembering that God has the final word through the cross. By living spirit-led lives, reaching out to trusted believers, and taking ownership where needed, we can navigate both battles and bad habits with God's authority covering both.