Spiritual warfare is real. When life feels like a battlefield, when relationships unravel, purpose fades, and the weight of everyday struggle seems too much to bear, there’s often something deeper going on. In this episode of the March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard tackle a powerful and often overlooked truth: we are living in the middle of a spiritual war.
This is not hyperbole. It’s biblical.
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The Invisible War We’re All Caught In
Ephesians 6:12 says it plainly: “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness…” The enemy we fight is not our spouse, our boss, or our trauma. The real battle is spiritual and strategic.
Spiritual warfare aims to stop you from becoming who God uniquely created you to be. Whether it’s resistance in your marriage, attacks on your identity, or discouragement in your calling, these struggles often stem from the same dark source. The devil wants to derail your progress, steal your purpose, and tarnish the image of God reflected in your life.
Recognizing the Signs of Spiritual Warfare
So how do you know if you’re under spiritual attack?
Jeremy and Sean lay it out clearly: if you’re feeling resistance just as you’re trying to grow, lead well, or make a breakthrough, chances are, you’re under attack. But here’s the key encouragement: resistance is often confirmation that you’re moving in the right direction.
How to Fight Back
We can’t win spiritual battles with physical tools. Punching harder, grinding more, or white-knuckling through struggle won’t win this war. We need spiritual weapons:
- Prayer – Not as a ritual, but as a lifeline.
- Scripture – Your sword in a dark world.
- Worship and Fasting – Tools that realign your heart with God’s.
- Community – Never fight alone. Isolation is the devil’s playground.
As Sean powerfully shared from his own journey, some of the fiercest attacks come not when life is falling apart—but when we’re on the brink of something great. The enemy doesn’t attack what isn’t a threat. So if you’re facing pressure, take courage because you’re a threat to darkness.
Fighting From Victory, Not For It
The most hopeful truth in this episode? Jesus already won. The cross and the resurrection settled the outcome. As believers, we don’t fight for victory, we fight from it.
Still, the battles rage. But they’re not meant to break us. They’re meant to sharpen us. We need to keep marching forward.
What To Do If You’re Struggling Right Now
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or isolated, you need to reach out. Don’t wait.
- Call a friend.
- Walk into a local church.
- Search for a Bible study, small group, or support network.
- Join the March or Die online community or subscribe to the Forward Edge newsletter to be the first to know when our Men of Action community launches.
The enemy’s first tactic is to isolate you. But God designed you for community, for accountability, and for battle-tested brotherhood.
Final Word: March Into Battle
You may be tempted to stop. To stay where you are and die. But the better choice is to march.
As Jeremy often reminds us: “You can stay where you are and die or you can take one more step forward.”
Whether you’re in a firefight or a season of peace, now is the time to prepare. Spiritual warfare isn’t a someday battle, it’s happening now. And the good news is, God has already equipped you for victory.
Don’t Fight Alone.
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