what does the bible say?
Demonic strongholds are patterns of false thinking or behavior influenced by evil forces that oppose God’s truth and hinder spiritual growth. Overcoming demonic strongholds is not really about casting out demons or other spiritual encounters like someone might envision from a movie. Instead, it involves identifying lies, comparing them with biblical beliefs, standing against evil, and doing so by the power of God's Spirit. Demonic strongholds are mentioned only once in the Bible, in 2 Corinthians 10:4, which tells us that our spiritual weapons are divine and can destroy strongholds. Spiritual warfare requires us to rely on God’s power rather than on human strength, as outlined in 2 Corinthians 10:3–6. We combat these strongholds by identifying and challenging false beliefs, taking every thought captive to Christ, and applying biblical truth to our lives. By God’s wisdom and strength, we can overcome deception, stand firm against sin and lies, and live in victory through God's power.