Stop Arguing with Other People’s Demons & Find Peace

Spiritual warfare is a prominently discussed topic which typically focuses on ways that we can protect ourselves from “attacks.” But I’d like to offer a different perspective— one where the attack VICTIM is really the other person.

Human beings are vessels that carry energy. We either allow in good or bad. The truth is that demons can only inhabit spiritually weak people, with the goal of hurting the spiritually strong people. So, during times in our lives when we are in alignment with our higher selves, thriving and feeling good, the devil attacks us THROUGH others. Spiritually strong individuals can’t be attacked directly. The only way a demon can access a strong one is through a weaker one.

When we begin to shift our perception of spiritual warfare in this way, the truth becomes clearer. Think back to times when someone was attacking you with hatred or anger… did you ever notice certain choice words or actions that seemed almost too precise? Did you ever find yourself thinking, “What are the odds they would bring that up? What would even make them say such a thing?” This is because demons know us. They know what we’re struggling with. It can be subtle but listen closely to the words and topics being used to provoke you. Agitate you. Hurt you. Cause you to stumble. It’s no coincidence when someone “knows” exactly what to say to drive a knife into your most vulnerable spot…

During these attacks—before reacting—God asks me: “What do you REALLY see?” I pause. I evaluate. I regroup. What I see is the other person’s vulnerabilities. Their anger. Their pain. Their fear. Their inability to regulate their emotions. Their lack of restraint… I see their hurt. I see their weaknesses. I see a demon.

And here, the truth is revealed. A complete recognition of the self. The other. The argument. It’s all a ruse. The victim is the person whose emotional strings are being pulled like a puppet. Do not join in on the puppet show! It doesn’t matter if it’s a stranger or your closest loved one. Look into their eyes. Into their heart. Into their conduct. At times, you must realize… that is NOT a human. If you choose to argue with it, good luck. I stopped taking this bait years ago and I suggest you do the same. If you have already conquered your own demons, don’t allow someone else’s to trip you up. How do human relationships get fractured? When BOTH people’s demons start arguing with one another while the humans are being used as pawns, and then left to pick up the pieces. It’s very sad when relationships are broken in this way.

How do we defuse these scenarios? Scripture tells us exactly how:

“If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink; for you will heap coals of fire on his head, and the LORD will reward you”.—Proverbs 25:21-22

Demons can’t stand love. This is the answer. You show the other person love and demons will flee. Sometimes it’s immediate but other times the demon may have an even worse initial reaction. Ignore it and continue to follow God’s instructions. Exhibit compassion, understanding, and patience. Offer kindness, grace, and forgiveness.

Sadly, some people are plagued with demonic entities for years and trapped in a repetitive cycle of being used by them. These are individuals who operate from darkness rather than light on a consistent basis. It’s okay to love them from a distance… In fact, if these instructions feel too challenging for you to do, then go take a walk! Peacefully remove yourself from arguments altogether until the other person’s energy is less combative and more… human-like. If you love someone who’s been under attack for an extended time, it’s okay to keep walking.

What can you do on your walk? Pray and let God handle it:

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven; for He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust.”—Mathew 5:43-45

In conclusion, stop arguing with other people’s demons and your peace will not be disrupted. Live in joy and gratitude every day. Pray often. Choose to embody the fruits of the Spirit and be unbothered by low vibrational energies. Choose the higher path. Choose love. 

Written by Michelle Jean