Are there really evil spirits that put doubts into our mind?

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Let me describe to you a curious thing,it may sound very silly:confused:
I am a new believer and I am still battling the thought that God doesn't exist in my mind.
Today I went to the church to pray before the cross and I told our heavenly Father about my doubt sincerely.
I didn't know what it really was but while I was sitting and praying there on the bench with my eyes closed and head bowing-down,I felt for twice a soft touch on my head,it's soft and fleeting,I thought maybe my forehead had touched the back of the front bench,I didn't know why I had such strange feeling at all.After my prayer I opened my eyes and realized it couldn't be the bench,it's too low for my forehead.I began to wonder..All of the sudden,I thought it might be the LORD,oh my...Maybe he wanted to remove my doubt,I thought like this.A great joy came to me,I even wanted to make a phone call to my mother to tell her about this..Later I came to a room to sit with some people for a small gathering.When I sat down there,I couldn't help smiling and feeling rather happy and blessed.But after a while an overwhelming doubt filled my mind as if my head had been attacked by something,I felt stupid,ridiculous and disappointed.I felt very uncomfortable during the next 1 and half hour.I even felt that God didn't exist at all and I was fooling myself with some illusion.I felt that I was doubting God and I was not sincere to Him.After that I went before the cross to pray and begged for forgiveness for my little faith.But I still felt very downcast and my mind in chaos.I felt a lack of sincerity.It's so very strange.I didn't know how to comfort myself.I had never felt like this before.I began to wonder...I heard that Satan like to put seed of doubt in our mind and try all means to keep us away from God..Is it real so?
 
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And I have three thoughts in my mind as 1 ,God couldn't have touched me,it's an illusion.2,God had touched me,but shame on me I doubt 3,God may not exist.
It made me very upset:(
 
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Question: "How is Satan god of this world (2 Corinthians 4:4)?"

Answer: The phrase “god of this world” (or “god of this age”) indicates that Satan is the major influence on the ideals, opinions, goals, hopes and views of the majority of people. His influence also encompasses the world’s philosophies, education, and commerce. The thoughts, ideas, speculations and false religions of the world are under his control and have sprung from his lies and deceptions.

Satan is also called the "prince of the power of the air" in Ephesians 2:2. He is the "ruler of this world" in John 12:31. These titles and many more signify Satan’s capabilities. To say, for example, that Satan is the "prince of the power of the air" is to signify that in some way he rules over the world and the people in it.

This is not to say that he rules the world completely; God is still sovereign. But it does mean that God, in His infinite wisdom, has allowed Satan to operate in this world within the boundaries God has set for him. When the Bible says Satan has power over the world, we must remember that God has given him domain over unbelievers only. Believers are no longer under the rule of Satan (Colossians 1:13). Unbelievers, on the other hand, are caught "in the snare of the devil" (2 Timothy 2:26), lie in the "power of the evil one" (1 John 5:19), and are in bondage to Satan (Ephesians 2:2).

So, when the Bible says that Satan is the "god of this world," it is not saying that he has ultimate authority. It is conveying the idea that Satan rules over the unbelieving world in a specific way. In 2 Corinthians 4:4, the unbeliever follows Satan's agenda: "The god of this world has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ." Satan's scheme includes promoting false philosophies in the world—philosophies that blind the unbeliever to the truth of the Gospel. Satan’s philosophies are the fortresses in which people are imprisoned, and they must be set free by Christ.

An example of one such false philosophy is the belief that man can earn God's favor by a certain act or acts. In almost every false religion, meriting God’s favor or earning eternal life is a predominant theme. Earning salvation by works, however, is contrary to biblical revelation. Man cannot work to earn God's favor; eternal life is a free gift (see Ephesians 2:8-9). And that free gift is available through Jesus Christ and Him alone (John 3:16; 14:6). You may ask why mankind does not simply receive the free gift of salvation (John 1:12). The answer is that Satan—the god of this world—has tempted mankind to follow his pride instead. Satan sets the agenda, the unbelieving world follows, and mankind continues to be deceived. It is no wonder that Scripture calls Satan a liar (John 8:44).

Recommended Resources: The Serpent of Paradise by Erwin Lutzer and Logos Bible Software.

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Sweet_ said:
And I have three thoughts in my mind as 1 ,God couldn't have touched me,it's an illusion.2,God had touched me,but shame on me I doubt 3,God may not exist.
It made me very upset:(
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It is very likely God touched you and Satan is giving you an illusion of doubt. Please read my post above. Please keep the faith.
 
GregoryC

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Prayerfully considering your post some things are clear to me. Once you have become a child of God that is when the warfare begins. Because of the fact you do believe this is the reason you are experiencing spiritual warfare.
Now the first thing to remember no lie is of the truth. Satan and his hoard are busy spreading lies and deception. One way they accomplish this is to whisper into the ear of a believer a blasphemous thought causing the child of God to become alarmed and confused wondering why they thought such a thing. This is not an uncommon experience among followers of Christ. Its called spiritual warfare which you will now be engaged in for the rest of your earthly life. 1 Peter 5:8

The solution to the termoil you have been experiencing is simple and effective. First we recognize the source of the of the lie (demonic) we reject and take the blasphemouse thought captive to the obedience of Christ.
We use the Word of God as our weapon against the lie of the devil. 2 Cor. 10:4-5
Then in the authority and power of Jesus name we command that lying spirit to leave. Luke 10:19

Stand fast believer and do not entertain the enemies lies but refuse them firmly!
James 4:7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.



 
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Does God exist? Of course He exists.

Look at the order of everything in nature. Everything has a purpose and works with everything else to achieve stability and harmony. Take just one thing away from the equation and things start to fall apart. This can't happen without God. Perfect order doesn't just happen by itself.

If perfect order did happen by itself then we could just throw all the materials needed for a house into a big pile and in a few years a perfect house will have built itself on that spot. Pretty ridiculous isn't it? But that is what people are saying when they say there is no God. They are saying that everything, left to its own devices, achieves its highest potential and order. But we know that is not true. If we leave things to their own devices they decay and fall apart and die, without care and love. We Know This. Deep inside, everyone knows it.

You know God Exists. You know you were Touched By Him. When you meet Him, just say Thank You for helping me in my time of need and doubt. That is what we will all be saying. You won't be the only one...

Keeping praying and keep asking for His Help...
 
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Does Satan even work in the church before the very eye of LORD?:eek:
Does he put his thoughts to our mind even when we are worshiping God?
Does he make us think that we should be ashamed and flee from God?
Sometimes even when I am sitting in the church,I feel disturbed in my mind and can't help thinking something else I shouldn't.I blame myself and am afraid that God will take me wrong.It makes me feel that God won't like me because of my blasphemy.It makes me feel rather frustrated.The more I want to control my mind and turn back to God,the worse it gets.Only when I let it be and am aware that it is Satan speaking,not me and I should not be afraid then embarrassing thoughts let loose of me.
Can God perceive that Satan is speaking and causing misunderstandings between God and his child?:eek:
 
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Rebuking Satan and commanding him to be away is a good idea.Thanks:)
 
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Sweet_ said:
Rebuking Satan and commanding him to be away is a good idea.Thanks:)
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Sweet, rebuking Satan is the only way to banish him away from you. Anytime you start to feel doubtful or worried or unsure about something concerning God, it is satan trying to pull you away from God. Dont be afraid to rebuke him whenever you have to. He cannot remain in the presence of the lord's name once you utter it. :) Evil can NEVER remain in the presence of good. That is why he prefers darkness. You cant see what's done in darkness.

God would not make you feel his presence, then give you doubt about it. He gives a feeling of absolute assurance that he is real. He does'nt "do doubt". To answer your original question, yes absolutely there are evil spirits who try to influence our thoughts about God. That is why you should rebuke Satan as many times as you can. If you're not sure exactly what to say to rebuke him, say something like this: "Satan I rebuke thee in the name of Jesus to leave me alone and to leave my house! Get out! " Repeat it until you dont feel doubtful or worried anymore. Then you will feel the peace that your looking for. :)
 
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Sweet_ said:
Rebuking Satan and commanding him to be away is a good idea.Thanks:)
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Your mind can't be filled with two things at once. If you fill it with words from God and how the real world operates, it can't be filled with the lies of the devil that tries to make it operate in an evil way. Christ has been given power over the thoughts of Satan. When you rebuke those false ideas in the name of Christ, it frightens them.

I just got rid of eczema on my arms by putting my finger on the red angry sores popping up by putting my finger on the sores and directing the peace, all over well being of the Lord to those sores. It is the same way with the thoughts against the order, peace, and well being of God in your life that come to your mind. Put the 23rd psalm around those thoughts, the Lord's prayer, or any of God around them and they will go away.
 
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Lot's of advice, all good. I have been where you were. I have had the
enemy cause an image pop up in my mind as I am praying, and it is to
divert my attention away. Not going to happen. We will also be writing
our thoughts or prayers to the Lord, only to have the enemy try to cause
our mind to wander off into a direction.

My first thought when I read your opening post.... You have obviously
experienced the real touch of the Lord, or the enemy would not try to
convince you otherwise.

I do have a thought. If you have any paranormal / supernatural things
you have been involved in, you must repent of it. Reading Harry Potter,
video games that are of satanic nature , you will need to repent of.
The evil spirits do not want to stay where the Holy Spirit of God is.

I have been there, and anyone who has been involved in what even
seemed innocent, but really wasn't... will be tormented until they
have been totally free by confessing to God.

I am happy for you and want to see you free of your doubt and fear
if this is of God or the enemy. So, to be safe do an inventory of your
home, see if there could be anything that God would not approve of.
Ask Him to bring to your mind anything you need to ask him for forgiveness
for. Any sexual partners that might have been in the spiritual dark
side of life, repent and do not go back to that person. Any time a
person has relations with someone outside of marriage , it is an entrance
for the spirits they have allowed into their life. You would not want to
partake of anything evil..... so it looks like you can know Jesus and feel
His precious Love for you and feel clean and whole for your first time ever.
I know.... Been there ...done that... To God be the Glory ~
 
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Last night,I had a dream that a demon was trying to catch me.Then I shouted out,"Jesus save me."then,"Heavenly Father save me"and I was not afraid..Soon it passed.:D
 
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In the first week I tried to accept Jesus,I was very afraid when night came.I feared darkness in my bedroom when light was off.I didn't even want to open the door and go out in the evening as if Satan was out there trying to frighten me.Now I know I am God's child and he will look after me.:)
 
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Put on the whole armour of God to stand against the wiles of the devil.

"Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God." ... Ephesians 6:10-17
 
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Some doubt can come from people themselves. however the enemy and yes evil spirits can play your your own doubt to there advances on you. So we have to be careful. Not all doubts are evil. But we do need to think about it. and protect yourself with the armor of God. as its the enemy area of expertise and were the enemy can expand your doubt a more wider problem. But by putting of the armor on, and thinking things before any doubt creeps in. The enemy maybe small, but his influences on you are huge, only if you let him.
 
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