There are times when it seems like the enemy’s attacks are relentless, but did you know that there are times when he finds it most advantageous to strike against you? 

In fact, there are occasions that he will strike nearly EVERY TIME! 

These are 4 moments of vulnerability that become prime targets for Satan’s attacks:

Occasion #1: Sin

Sin is an open door for Satan and his demons to have full access to your life. While that may not be your desire or intention, Isaiah 59:2 reminds us that our sin separates us from God.

When it comes to the enemy’s attacks, there are legal and illegal entries. Illegal entries are where Satan overstepped his bounds and you can go to God and ask for deliverance and restitution.

Legal entry, on the other hand, happens when you gave permission—whether you wanted to or not. And sin is a legal entry point. 

Sin, however, isn’t limited to big-ticket items like adultery and murder. According to scripture, ALL sin is an open door for Satan. That’s why, the longer you sin, the harder it is to get him to back off. 

So how do you slam the door?

The good news is that God gave us an easy way to kick Satan to the curb. This doesn’t mean that he won’t stop trying to influence you (more on this later), but it does mean that you can close the door to his infiltration. 

You can slam the door to Satan through repentance. 1 John 1:9 says if we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

When you confess you sins and turn from them, you give Satan his eviction notice.

Occasion #2: Breakthrough is Coming

Right at the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry, Satan attacked Jesus in the wilderness.

And when Jesus had been baptized, just as He came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to Him and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on Him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is My Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the Devil. (Matthew 3:16,17;4:1)

Jesus took every one of Satan’s temptations and knocked them out of the park. Not just because he was Jesus, but because of his desire to please the Father and fulfill his purpose.

If we keep our eyes fixed on pleasing Him and fulfilling our purpose, we too can resist whatever Satan throws at us.

How you respond to demonic attacks during these critical times can be the difference between a breakthrough and another trip around the mountain.

Occasion #3: Temptation

Satan will never stop trying to attack you. It’s what he does. So praying that he stops is not a prayer that will get answered. And playing the victim because he’s tempting you doesn’t take you off the hook.

Instead, you can pray that you don’t fall into that temptation. Your job is to RESIST the devil’s temptations.

Remember 1 Corinthians 10:13—no temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation, He will also provide a way of escape, so that you may be able to endure it.

Temptation comes in many forms, from desires to difficult people. Your job is to RESIST. Not rationalize. Not justify. RESIST.

Occasion #4: When You’re Vulnerable

1 Peter 5:8 reminds us to be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

Satan and his demons are predators. Giving in under the pressure or acting like a victim isn’t going to stop his attacks. In fact, that’s the perfect time for him to strike. He waits for your moments of vulnerability. During these times when you’re at your weakest, is when Satan sends in the troops to disorient you. 

There’s an acronym that helpful to keep you from becoming vulnerable to his attacks. It’s

HALT. This acronym represents that we should never become too Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired. When any of these areas get out of your control, it can make you a sitting duck for satanic attacks.

Occasion #5: Because He Hates You

Since the creation of Adam, Satan has hated humans because they were made in the image of God. And his hatred has no expiration date.

All of his schemes and tactics have one goal in mind—to destroy you.

While Satan will never stop using his forces of evil to try and attack you, our Heavenly Father make his efforts null and void with one simple scripture: James 4:7. Submit yourself to God, resist the devil, and he WILL flee.

Don’t be fooled.

 If you are a child of God, Satan can’t touch you without permission. And that permission comes from only two places—God or you.

If God is allowing it, you can stand firm on Romans 8:28, even in the face of Satan’s attack. And we know that for those who love God, all things work together for good, for they are called according to His purpose.

And if it’s you, then you can stand firm on 1 John 1:9. If you confess your sins, He is faithful and just, and will forgive your sins and purify you from all unrighteousness.

Want to know the three signs that you have a demon? Check out this episode here. 

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