Demons Are Not the Boss of You – Part One | Susan Bowman | The Pool Ministries
In every believer’s life, there comes a moment when spiritual oppression becomes more than theory—it becomes personal. Fear, shame, confusion, tormenting thoughts… they don’t simply appear out of nowhere. They are strategic attacks. And if we’re going to defeat them, we must understand why they come.
In Part One of “Demons Are Not the Boss of You,” international author and teacher Susan Bowman exposes one of the most overlooked truths in spiritual warfare: our enemies pursue something specific—our energy, our emotional distress, our unguarded hearts.
This is not a theological debate. It’s boots-on-the-ground training for real people facing real battles.
Why Do Demons Attack? The Surprising Motivation Behind Spiritual Warfare
Many believers assume demons attack only to hurt us or to take revenge on God. While that is partially true, Susan reveals a deeper, often ignored reality:
Demons feed on the negative emotional energy we release through fear, anxiety, anger, shame, and despair.
Scripture warns us repeatedly:
- “The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy…” (John 10:10)
- “Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” (1 Peter 5:8)
They are not merely attacking. They are devouring—seeking fuel.
The Heart: The True Battleground of Spiritual Warfare
Modern science has caught up with ancient wisdom. Through neurocardiology, we now understand that the human heart emits a powerful electromagnetic field—up to 60 times stronger than the brain’s.
- Peace, love, gratitude = harmonious energy (spiritually nourished by God, closed to the enemy)
- Fear, shame, rage, anxiety = chaotic energy (food for demons)
“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” – Proverbs 4:23
This is not metaphor. It’s spiritual and physiological reality. Demons cannot draw life from God. They are cut off. So they prey upon our emotional distress to sustain themselves.
How Demons Gain Access: The Secret Weapon of Wrong Beliefs and Inner Vows
Demons don’t need permission in words. They need access through wounds and hidden beliefs lodged deep in the heart and locked into place by inner vows.
Common inner vows include:
- “I’ll never be weak again.”
- “I will never make a mistake.”
- “No one will ever hurt me again.”
These vows form spiritual contracts. Demons bind themselves to them—pretending to protect us, but only trapping us in fear, perfectionism, rage, or self-hatred.
Breaking the Enemy’s Feeding Ground: Taking Dominion Over the Heart
Freedom begins with a courageous question:
“Lord, do I have a demon attached to an inner vow?”
Once revealed, the steps are simple, powerful, and biblical:
- Break the inner vow
“I break the vow I made that gave this spirit access…” - Break the assignment
“I break every spirit attached to this vow and reject your help.” - Command in Jesus’ Name
“I reassign you to the feet of Jesus. You may no longer manifest or speak.” - Instruct your angels
“Angels of the Lord, enforce this order and punish disobedience.”
This is not mystical. It is spiritual dominion—the authority Jesus affirmed in Luke 10 when the disciples rejoiced that “even demons obey us in Your name.”
The Goal: A Heart the Enemy Cannot Touch
Jesus declared, “The ruler of this world is coming, and he has nothing in Me.” (John 14:30)
That must become our testimony.
When our hearts are healed—when lies, vows, and wounds are dismantled—the enemy finds nothing to feed on… and must depart.
👣 What’s Coming Next
In the next episode of Demons Are Not the Boss of You, Susan Bowman will uncover:
- How demons use people against you
- Setting spiritual boundaries with authority
- Recognizing demonic manifestations in others (without fear)
About Susan Bowman & The Pool Ministries
Susan Bowman has ministered inner healing and deliverance for over 20 years. Through decades of prayer, study, and revelation, she developed a heart-based approach to freedom—aligning Scripture with the science of the heart to bring lasting transformation.
📖 Explore her books: The Quiet Heart, The Performing Heart & The Tribal Heart
🎥 Watch the full series at www.thepoolministries.org
You can be free.
Demons are not the boss of you.
Your heart, once healed, becomes untouchable.
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