For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds, casting down imaginations and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5
In the fiery act of prayer carried out by many Christians against the enemy, many weapons are employed which may not necessarily be wrong. In fact when carried out in faith they would definitely yield some result. Yet in some cases it appears that these weapons would be of even greater benefit to God and his kingdom when used on ourselves rather than the enemy.
Let's take for example the sword of the Spirit which, according to Ephesians 6:17 is the word of God. It is a weapon that can be employed in prayer to slay the host of enemy forces. Yet when the word is likened to a sword in Hebrew 4:12 (For the word of God is quick and active sharper than any two edged sword), its use is in the souls and spirits of man not against the enemy; much like our opening scripture. Imagine what would happen if a Christian were to have the word of God adequately operating in his mind; tearing down every stronghold put in place by the enemy. He would be unleashed to walk in the glorious liberty and dominion he has been called to us a child of God.
Another example is the fire of God which can be invoked like Elijah did against his enemies in 2 Kings 1:10. However when baptized in this very fire ourselves, it has that ability to turn us into weapons such that even hell cannot contain us. Just look at how many people the disciples snatched from hell on that fateful day they were baptized with the Holy Ghost and with fire (Acts 2).
So by all means let us use the weapons of God especially in prayer but most times, let us remember to use them on ourselves instead.
LIFE APPLICATION
Pray for these effects of the weapons of God to be seen in your life.
PRAYER
Father, may you set me ablaze with your fire and break down every stronghold in my mind with your word.