Does anyone believe in demons? I am a Christian but feel like something is trying to posses me. Seriously.?
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I'm sorry that you are going through such a scary thing.  Yes, I believe demons are real because I have had some pretty crazy experiences with them myself.  I doubt that the spirit is actually trying to possess you.  Full blown possession is very rare, especially in America, although there have been some actual cases.  Chances are, the spirits are just trying to harass you.  I had a friend that was going through this exact same thing.  She even felt whatever it was sit down on the bed and saw the impression.\n\nThe good news is that as a Christian, you have the right and the responsibility to tell this thing to leave your alone and to leave your house.  Here's what you do:\n\nFirst, ask God to reveal to you any sins that may have allowed this spirit entrance to your house. It could be anything from a repetitive sin or bringing an artifact home from a vacation (this is what happened to another friend of mine). It could also be from allowing certain people that carry spirits with them into your house.  Then, ask God to forgive you and truly repent for this sin. If you don't come up with any sin, ask God to show you how this spirit gained access.  \n\nNext, you can do this alone or bring over some of your Christian praying friends.  Ask God to protect you.  Then, start claiming your rights.  Go in each room and say something like, "I'm a Christian, a child of God, and Jesus gave us the ability to cast out spirits in His name."  Faith is the key here.  You MUST have faith that you have this right.  Say it with authority.  Not yelling, but authority.  Practice before hand if you have to. Then begin to ask God to fill your house with his glory.  Then, command the spirit to leave by saying something like "Spirit, I command you to leave this house in Jesus' name. "  \n\n The spirit you described does not sound very strong.  No matter what happens while you are praying, keep praying and don't get scared.  If it will help you build courage and faith, read through scriptures where Jesus or the disciples cast demons out.
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Your pastor is irresponsible for telling you that!! In fact I would go so far to say that his own 'satanic' ego said that to you, certainly and most definitely NOT God or Jesus!! (there is no power except God's --- 'satan' is the human ego which worships itself, but it has no true power and it is MORTAL, not eternal. Geez Christian literalists create an all powerful God out of Satan. Perfect Love casts out all fear. As long as you truly know this, and you will when you ask to receive the Holy Spirit directly, you will fear NOTHING. YOUR fear is the only thing that gives 'satan' power to 'act' in the world through you)\n\nGod is Love and perfect Love casts out all fear. Was your pastor aligned in the Love of God in telling you that, or the fear of the lower nature, which is based in luciferian principles? Jesus warned of the false prophets. These are the ones that create a 'god' of their own liking, a 'god' that controls the people by scaring them into believing. This is what CULTS do. It is a brainwashing tecqnique. If your church is scaring you, then get away as fast as you can, because that is NOT FROM GOD!!! \n\nThere is no such thing as luck. See every bad experience as an opportunity for learning. If you listen inside you will hear what God wants you to learn. When we don't listen, the same experience will come over and over till we 'get it.'You do not need anyone between you and God!! God wants a direct relationship with you. Ask for Light and know that you will receive it.\n\nBlessings to you and your family. May you receive God's Light and Love directly into your heart, to cast out all your fear. God Loves you and wants you at peace!!
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It is just the enemy trying to get you away from our Savior.  As soon as you become a Christian you will be spiritually attacked in so many ways.  Stay strong and put on the armor of God.
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All I can say is pray, pray for the Lord to bind Satan and his demons and cast them out. Pray that he will protect you mentally, physically and spiritually.
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First, you need to know the savior personally. You need to be strong in the Lord and in His Word. This is not for amateurs. Here is what is done...\n\nAddress the demon and ask who he is. If he says he is the devil, that is a lie. Tell the foul spirit to come out in the name of the Lord Jesus according to the authority of His name.\n\nNot for the faint of heart. If you are not a strong believer, you will be toast.
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Please try not to worry. Its shows a lack of faith. Just pray and be strong. Take it one day at a time.
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Most likely.  I have felt the same...before I was born again I didn't know what it was that was affecting me.  Now I do.  People who are not born again can actually have demons in them, not merely afflicting them.
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When you believe in God as far as the Holy Bible is concerned, you must also believe in the enemy of God which is Satan and his demons.\nNightmares are demon-inspired. The only way to get rid\nof them is to wrap yourself in the Word of God and ask God to help you to get rid of these demons that torment you. If I had nightmares I would listen to soothing Christian music at all times and especially before I went to bed. As a matter of fact, I'd have it on while I slept.\nSatan hates that atmosphere.\nCreate an atmosphere of God's Love so much that Satan says "I can't stand this. I better go find someone else to bug".\nRead your Bible out loud before going to bed.\nAnd when it looks like things aren't improving fast enough for you, don't doubt. God sees what you're going through\nand He will answer your request when He believes it's the best time. If you have anything in your bedroom that is even slightly satanic such as worldly music with horrible lyrics or books that are even slightly evil, get rid of them.\nThe devil has a right to be in a home that has his material in it. Stay away from the occult.\nTrust in God and live for God and He will help you.
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I have heard similar stories, but always from people that I did not know personally (like you for instance). A friend of mine that has studied the bible at great length assures me that these events are real. There are actually areas of Africa where they have seen spiritism used to make a dead body get up and walk around! Yikes!\n\nWhen I asked how they get rid of demons. He said that there is no definite way to do so. Demons can be attratced by your activities, the activities of people around you and even certain physical objects.\n\nThe best thing to do is what you've already started to do. Pray for God's protection. Use Jesus' name in your prayers (if you're a Christian). Also use either the Hebrew name of God "Yahweh" or the equivilant English version "Jehovah". This name is sacred.\n\nIf you feel uncomfortable using the name Jehovah, understand that it is often translated in Catholic Bibles as "Lord". So by saying "Jehovah" you are either saying God's name or your are saying Lord. Neither of these are bad.\n\nAlso, don't make your prayers ritualistic. I mean it's okay to say them at the same time everyday if that's convenient for you but you should say the prayer with as much feeling as you can. If a prayer is said in earnest, God will listen.\n\nGod Bless and good luck!
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You may be in the wrong church, mine still preachs about his evil ways. He is as real now as ever. Speak to your pastor about how you feel, we don't sugar coat anything.
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I believe it to be highly improbable. I have never seen a credible account of demonic possession. It is more likely that these people were just suffering from a mental illness.
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I think your questions count as preaching, but I can tell you that I am not interested in a relationship with Jesus or the Christian God.  I do feel complete.  I do not feel vulnerable and alone - my beliefs empower me and surrounds me with the protections I need to enjoy my life.  Even with an army on your side, anyone can feel scared from time to time - but I am very safe in my understanding of the Universe.\n\nThe things is, that even in a Christian God model philosophy the point is not to life your live for god - the point is to understand your own divinity and to understand that you and god are a team.  If god is an ocean, we are each and everyone of us a glass of god, with tremendous power and divine right - no matter what we call this being.  To spend time steeped in any church dogma only brings you closer to understanding the church, not god.  \n\nI am glad that Christianity has helped you and I rejoice that you are happy on your chosen path.  I regret that you feel you need to school others or that you feel you have the only answer to the mysteries of life.  There is no way to truly know the Unknowable and there are many paths to enlightenment.  Worry about your own soul until someone asks you for help if you truly want to display the virtue of christianity.\n\nPeace!
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Sounds to me like you are having some pretty wild dreams. dreaming things and being possessed are 2 different things.
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If this is more than ordinary uncertainty...or "spooking yourself" it will get progressively worse...Have you recently engaged in any questionable occult activities or met people that are such? This is no small thing....things just start falling apart...Fear rises and fuels more things.. Get away... If you have ever known Jesus Christ in a personal way turn back to Him now...If not, He is the only One that has more authority than these destructive forces of darkness in this earthly domain. Call on His Name Now. He will respond as a Deliverer and Savior. He is brave and able. He cares. Call on Him....right now.
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Yeah, I do believe in possession. I'm in Australia and do not know of any churches that have performed an exorcism. There probably has been but none that I know of personally.
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There is no biblical bases for hearing your name and it being an angel.  God does speak to people, he does have messengers as well, but it does not mean that is what it is.  My advice would be to pray and see if God has something he is trying to say to you.  Also, no offense to the person who said it, but just because it scares you when you hear your name does not mean that it is a demon (although that could be the case) but even the shepards were fearful when they saw the angels proclaiming the birth of Christ.  The angels had to tell them not be be afraid.  Just pray!!!!
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Believing in demons is what gives them power.\n\nDemons don't exist except in the minds of very frightened people.