Bible Study & Affirmations

Summary

Storms are inevitable in the life of every believer, but Scripture teaches that they are never without purpose. While Satan seeks to afflict, accuse, and discourage God’s people, he does not operate with independent authority. God alone is sovereign. What the enemy intends for destruction, God often allows and uses for development, refinement, and preparation for destiny. Every storm that touches a believer is filtered through God’s hand.

“You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.” — Genesis 50:20

Main Lesson

Satan May Afflict, but God Governs the Outcome

The Bible does not teach that Satan sends storms at will. God alone rules over creation and outcomes.

Key Foundational Scripture

1 Samuel 23:14 (NKJV)

“And David stayed in strongholds in the wilderness, and remained in the mountains… Saul sought him every day, but God did not deliver him into his hand.”

Expanded Teaching

Destiny is not only something we walk toward—it is something that often walks us through fire. Scripture repeatedly shows that the moment God marks a person for purpose, opposition rises to intercept it.

Pursuit is not random.

Introduction: The Subtle Sin of Helping God

One of the most dangerous spiritual errors in the life of a believer is not rebellion—it is intervention. Forcing a miracle occurs when we attempt to achieve a God-ordained promise through human-devised means. Scripture consistently shows that God does not revoke His promises because of impatience, but He does allow consequences that expose our mistrust. What we often call “faith” is sometimes fear wearing spiritual language. God does not need acceleration; He requires alignment. Timing is not a side issue in obedience—it is obedience.

Biblical Pattern: God Keeps His Word, But He Does Not Remove Consequences

From Eden to the early Church, Scripture reveals a repeated pattern. Adam and Eve reached for wisdom before maturity and lost access to intimacy.

• Abraham and Sarah produced Ishmael in impatience and created generational conflict.

• Saul sacrificed to preserve appearance and lost his kingdom.

INTRODUCTION — A SEASON IN NEED OF DISCERNMENT

Christmas is one of the most celebrated seasons in the world, yet it is also one of the most spiritually compromised. What was intended to commemorate the incarnation of Jesus Christ has been overtaken by fantasy, consumerism, and cultural idols.

1 John 4:1 (KJV)

“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God…”

This study is not about condemnation.

It is about discernment, truth, and lordship.