5 Signs That You Are God’s Final Warning to the Narcissist | C.S. Lewis Sermons 2025

a Divine assignment you never expected. You may not realize it yet, but God has placed you in the life of the narcissist for a purpose far greater than you can see. You were not sent to be destroyed, nor were you sent to fix them.

Instead, you were sent as a final warning—one they cannot ignore; one that will either lead them to repentance or seal their judgment. Many before you have come and gone; some have been deceived, some have been used, and some have been broken beyond recognition. But you are different.

You carry something they cannot manipulate—a light they cannot extinguish; a truth they cannot twist. And that is why your presence in their life is unlike anything they have ever experienced before. God's warnings do not come lightly.

He is patient, He is merciful, and He gives every opportunity for the sinner to turn back before it is too late. But there comes a point where warnings cease, where conviction is ignored, and where the time for mercy is replaced by the certainty of judgment. If you find yourself entangled with a narcissist, feeling the weight of an unseen battle, you may be the final voice they will ever hear before God's hand moves in justice.

How do you know that you are God's last warning to them? How can you discern whether you have been sent for this divine purpose? There are five unmistakable signs that reveal you are not just another person in their life; you are God's final call to repentance before the doors of mercy close.

1. They are drawn to you but also deeply resent you. There is a mysterious and undeniable force that pulls the narcissist toward you.

At first, it may appear as admiration, interest, or even an obsessive attachment. They may be captivated by your presence, your strength, your kindness, or your unwavering faith. Yet beneath that surface-level attraction lies a deep-seated resentment that they themselves may not fully understand.

Why does this happen? Because when you walk in the truth of God, your very existence challenges their falsehood. Your light exposes their darkness, and your authenticity threatens their carefully crafted illusion.

John 3:20 says, "Everyone who does evil hates the light and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. " This is the dilemma that every narcissist faces when they encounter a chosen one. They are drawn to you, but they cannot stand what you represent.

The narcissist’s world is built on deception—deception about themselves, about others, and even about God. They spend their lives weaving a false identity, convincing themselves and those around them that they are more powerful, more righteous, or more deserving than they truly are. But when you step into their life, your very nature disrupts this fragile illusion.

You do not play by their rules; you do not bend to their manipulations; you do not feed their ego with empty praise. Instead, you bring truth, and truth is the one thing they cannot tolerate. Look at the life of King Saul.

He was drawn to David in an almost obsessive way. David's anointing fascinated him, yet it also tormented him. The Bible tells us in 1 Samuel 18:12, "Saul was afraid of David because the Lord was with David but had departed from Saul.

" Saul saw the favor of God upon David's life, and it both attracted and enraged him. This is the same pattern you see in a narcissist's behavior toward you. One moment they may praise you, calling you special, wise, or gifted.

They may shower you with compliments, seeking to draw close to you. But as time goes on, their admiration curdles into envy, and their envy turns into hostility. They begin to criticize you, mock your faith, or subtly undermine your confidence.

Their words may shift from flattery to passive-aggressive insults, from admiration to resentment. Why? Because deep down, they know they cannot possess what you have: true peace, true joy, true spiritual authority.

They may not be able to articulate it, but they recognize that you are different. You do not need their approval, and that infuriates them. You are not dependent on their validation, and that threatens their control.

They want what you have, but they refuse to submit to the God who gave it to you. So, instead of humbling themselves, they attempt to destroy what they cannot attain. They look for ways to discredit you, to find faults in you, to drag you into conflict.

This is why their behavior toward you is inconsistent. One moment they cannot stop talking to you; the next, they ignore you completely. One day they act as if you are their greatest confidant; the next, they treat you as if you are their greatest enemy.

This emotional whiplash is not a sign of your failure; it is confirmation of your calling. Your presence in their life is not by accident. You have been positioned as a mirror reflecting back to them the truth they refuse to see.

They may fight against it, but they cannot escape it. You are not just another person in their life; you are their final warning. But here's the key: you must not take their behavior personally.

Their struggle is not with you; it is with God. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world. " The battle is spiritual, and you are simply the vessel that God is using to bring them to a moment of decision.

Some will heed the warning and turn toward repentance; others will harden their hearts, choosing destruction over redemption. But whatever they decide, your role remains the same: stand firm in your identity, do not be shaken by their instability, and trust that God has positioned you for a divine purpose. If you have ever felt.

. . This strange dynamic, where someone is both drawn to you and hostile toward you, is complex.

Understand that you are not alone; this is the weight of being chosen. But remember this: you were not sent to be consumed by them; you were sent as a warning to them. You speak truths that they don't want to hear.

A narcissist's survival depends on deception: self-deception, deception of others, and, most tragically, deception against God. They build their entire existence upon carefully crafted lies, feeding their ego with illusions of grandeur, control, and victimhood. But when you enter their life, something shifts.

You are not just another person; you are a force that disrupts the false reality they have constructed. You bring the one thing they fear the most: truth. Truth, in its purest form, is not just an idea; it is a weapon.

It dismantles facades, exposing what is hidden beneath. It is why Jesus said in John 8:32, "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. " But for those who do not want freedom, truth feels like a prison.

The narcissist is enslaved not by external circumstances, but by the chains of their own deceit. And so, when you speak, your words become a direct challenge to everything they have spent years convincing themselves and others to believe. They may not say it outright, but deep down, they recognize the power of your voice.

Your words carry conviction, cutting through the layers of manipulation they have used to control others. But instead of yielding to correction, they react with defiance. You will notice their resistance manifest in subtle but unmistakable ways.

They might smirk condescendingly, pretending to dismiss what you say while internally seething. They may interrupt you, attempting to distort your message before it even fully leaves your mouth. If you press forward, their reactions escalate: anger, gaslighting, and ultimately full-blown rejection.

It is not that they don't understand; this is the nature of hardened hearts. The Bible tells us in Jeremiah 17:9, "The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?

" A narcissist's heart is not merely resistant to truth; it is actively at war with it. They have spent years mastering the art of shifting blame, escaping accountability, and twisting reality to fit their desires. To accept the truth you bring would mean admitting they are not who they claim to be.

It would mean acknowledging the pain they have caused. It would mean surrendering their false identity and allowing God to do the work of transformation. But their pride does not allow for this.

Pride demands self-preservation, no matter the cost. This is why their reaction to truth is never neutral. They may laugh it off, but their eyes betray them.

They may argue, but their frustration reveals the deep impact of your words. They may try to dismiss you, but their obsession with discrediting you proves that your voice has unsettled them. Make no mistake: your words pierced them, whether they admit it or not.

They cannot forget what you have spoken. Just as a mirror forces one to see their own reflection, your presence forces them to confront what they have spent their whole lives avoiding. But here is the danger: they will try to turn the truth against you.

They cannot defeat you with logic, so they use manipulation instead. They twist your words, making it seem as though you are the attacker and they are the victim. They accuse you of being too harsh, too judgmental, or unloving.

This is not because they believe you are wrong; it is because they know you are right. They hope that by making you doubt yourself, you will silence yourself. This is why Jesus told his disciples in Matthew 10:16, "I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.

" He knew that when you walk in truth, you will be met with hostility. But He also knew that your words are not in vain. Whether or not the narcissist accepts your warning, your responsibility is to speak it.

Ezekiel 3:18–19 gives us a sobering reality: "When I say to a wicked person, 'You will surely die,' and you do not warn them, they will die for their sin, and I will hold you accountable for their blood. But if you do warn the wicked person and they do not turn from their wickedness, they will die for their sin, but you will have saved yourself. " This is your calling—not to force them to repent, but to deliver the warning.

If they reject it, their fate is sealed by their own choice. If they choose to mock you, manipulate you, or cast you aside, understand that this rejection is not just of you; it is of the God who sent you. Luke 10:16 reminds us, "Whoever listens to you listens to me; whoever rejects you rejects me.

" The weight of their decision is not yours to carry. Your only job is to stand firm. And so, this is my charge to you: do not be silent.

Do not let their resistance cause you to shrink back. Do not allow their manipulation to make you question what God has placed inside you. You were sent as a warning for a reason.

Stand firm, speak boldly, and trust that God will handle the rest. If this resonates with your spirit, comment below with the words "I will not be silent. " Let this be your declaration that, no matter the resistance, no matter the rejection, you will continue to walk in truth.

Because in the end, it is not about their reaction; it is about your obedience to God. As you resist their manipulation, remember that a narcissist survives by weaving a web of control. They do not simply manipulate people; they manipulate perception itself.

They rewrite history, twist reality, and dictate how others should feel. React and think, but when they encounter you, something disrupts their system. You do not comply; you do not bend; you resist.

And that is something they are neither used to nor equipped to handle. To a narcissist, control is not just a preference; it is their lifeline. They are accustomed to people who can be guilted into submission, who shrink in the face of their anger, or who seek their approval at all costs.

Most people play their game without even realizing it, entangled in the subtle psychological warfare they wage. But then there is you. Unlike others, you recognize the tactics; you see through the lies; you sense the manipulation even before it fully takes form, and you refuse to engage.

This resistance does not just frustrate them; it terrifies them because deep down they know that their power is fragile. Their control only works on those who do not question it. The moment someone refuses to be ruled by their tactics, the illusion begins to crumble.

And so, when you stand firm, they react in one of two ways: escalation or retreat. At first, they may try to regain control through subtle means—gaslighting, passive-aggressive remarks, or playing the victim to make you feel guilty. When that fails, they escalate; they become angrier, more aggressive, more determined to make you doubt yourself.

If their usual strategies do not work, they will create chaos in an attempt to overwhelm you emotionally. But what they fail to understand is that your strength does not come from human willpower; it comes from a source they cannot manipulate. Isaiah 41:10 says, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.

I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. " They may try to provoke you, hoping that you will react in a way that justifies their accusations. If they can push you into anger, they can turn around and say, "See, you're the problem.

" If they can make you emotional, they can claim you are unstable. If they can break you down, they can restore the power imbalance in their favor. But when you do not take the bait, when you stand firm and refuse to play their game, it sends them into turmoil because now they are the ones who feel powerless.

We see this same dynamic in the story of Jesus and the religious leaders of His time. The Pharisees thrived on control; they manipulated the people through legalism, guilt, and fear. They used deception to maintain their influence.

But when Jesus came, He was not moved by their tactics. They questioned Him to trap Him, yet He answered with wisdom that exposed their hypocrisy. They slandered Him, yet He remained steadfast in truth.

In their frustration, they conspired to kill Him, not because He was weak, but because they could not manipulate Him. Mark 12:12 tells us, "Then the chief priests, the teachers of the law, and the elders looked for a way to arrest Him because they knew He had spoken the parable against them, but they were afraid of the crowd, so they left Him and went away. " This is what happens when you resist manipulation.

The narcissist will push as hard as they can, but when they see that their attempts to control you are failing, they will eventually be forced to retreat. However, their retreat is not an admission of defeat; it is a recalibration. They do not stop because they have changed; they stop because they need a new strategy.

They may try to paint you as the villain, turning others against you. They may resort to silent treatment, hoping to make you feel guilty for standing firm. They may act as if they are indifferent, pretending that your resistance does not affect them.

But behind the mask, they are unraveling because they know, whether they admit it or not, that they have lost control over you. And this is where the real battle lies. The enemy does not want you to recognize the power you carry.

The enemy wants you to believe that you must conform, comply, or collapse under the pressure of manipulation. But you were not placed in this situation to be controlled; you were placed in it to expose the illusion of control. This is why the Bible tells us in James 4:7, "Submit yourselves, then, to God.

Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. " Resistance is not passive; it is an act of spiritual warfare. When you refuse to bow to manipulation, you are not just resisting a person; you are resisting the spirit operating behind them.

You are standing in alignment with God's truth, refusing to be swayed by deception. The narcissist may never acknowledge your strength, but it does not change the reality that your resistance has shaken them. They can no longer use you as a pawn; they can no longer feed off your emotions; they can no longer pull you into their chaos.

And that realization—that they have no real power over you—is what destroys them the most. For they react aggressively to your presence. There is something about you that unsettles them.

They may not be able to articulate it, but they feel it. Your very existence disrupts their carefully controlled world. Your presence alone is enough to provoke irrational hostility, cold indifference, or calculated aggression.

It is not because you have done anything wrong; it is because, whether you realize it or not, you carry something that exposes them. A narcissist's life is built upon deception—a fragile illusion they must protect at all costs. They manipulate, control, and distort reality to maintain their self-image.

But when you step into their presence, something shifts. You do not play along with their games; you do not reinforce their delusions. Instead, your existence acts as a mirror, reflecting back to them their own fragility.

them the truth they have long buried, and the more you remain unshaken, the more they lash out. This aggression can take many forms. Some narcissists explode in rage, their anger disproportionate to the situation.

One small disagreement, one moment where you refuse to comply, and suddenly you are the target of their fury. Others are more covert in their hostility, resorting to passive aggression, silent treatment, or subtle jabs meant to destabilize you. No matter how it manifests, the message remains the same: they cannot stand the light within you.

This is why you will notice an undeniable shift in their demeanor when you are around. Their tone changes, their body language stiffens, their words become sharper, more calculated, more venomous. It is not because they truly dislike you; it is because they sense something spiritual at play.

The Bible tells us in John 3:19-20: "Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the light and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. " A narcissist's aggression toward you is not simply personal; it is spiritual.

There is something about you that disrupts the demonic strongholds they have embraced. Even if they do not believe in God, their spirit recognizes that you carry something different. The darkness within them recoils at the presence of the truth you bring.

Consider how the demons reacted to Jesus in Luke 4:34: When Jesus entered a synagogue, a man possessed by an impure spirit cried out, "What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God!

" The demons recognized Jesus before the people did. They could not hide; they could not pretend. They were instantly exposed by His presence, and so they reacted with fear and aggression.

This is the same dynamic at work when a narcissist reacts strongly to you. You do not even have to say anything; your presence alone brings discomfort. You remind them of what they lack: authenticity, humility, integrity, and most importantly, peace.

You disrupt their carefully controlled reality, and that makes you a threat. They may try to silence you, discredit you, or turn others against you. They may spread lies, distort conversations, or twist your words to make you appear like the aggressor.

They may test your patience, hoping to provoke a reaction that justifies their hostility. But do not be deceived; this is not about you. This is about the battle between light and darkness.

Jesus warned His followers that they would face this kind of opposition in John 15:18-19: "If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world.

That is why the world hates you. " A narcissist's aggression is not a sign of your failure; it is a confirmation of your calling. When you recognize this, you stop taking their attacks personally.

You no longer feel the need to explain yourself, defend yourself, or make them see reason. You understand that their battle is not with you; it is with the truth that you represent. You stand firm, knowing that their rejection does not define you.

You do not fight back in the way they expect. You fight with wisdom, with prayer, with discernment, and most importantly, you do not allow their hostility to pull you into darkness. You remain in the light because the truth is, they are not at war with you; they are at war with God.

You feel a spiritual weight in your interactions with them. There is something different about your encounters with them. Unlike ordinary conflicts, your interactions with the narcissist carry a heaviness that cannot be explained in human terms.

It is not just a matter of personality clashes or misunderstandings; there is a spiritual battle taking place. You sense it deep in your spirit, even if you cannot fully articulate it. Each conversation with them feels draining, as if an invisible force is trying to pull you into darkness.

You may leave their presence feeling exhausted, confused, or burdened in a way that does not match the situation. It is as if their words, their energy, their entire being carries a weight that is not just psychological but spiritual. This is not a normal relationship dynamic; this is a battle between truth and deception, light and darkness, righteousness and rebellion.

The Bible warns us in Ephesians 6:12: "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. " What you are experiencing is not just an emotional struggle; it is warfare in the unseen realm. The narcissist is not merely an individual with toxic traits; they are a vessel through which the enemy operates—the spirit of deception, pride, and control working within them resist the spirit of God within you.

This is why, no matter how much you try to reason with them, it feels as if your words hit a wall. Logic does not penetrate; empathy does not soften. No matter how much truth you present, it is met with rejection, twisting, or outright hostility.

That is because this is not a battle of intellect; it is a battle of spirits. 2 Corinthians 4:4 reveals why: "The god of this world has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ. " This spiritual weight manifests in several ways.

You may feel intense anxiety before encountering them, as if your spirit is bracing for battle. You may find yourself praying more when. .

. They are around, sensing an unseen resistance to your peace. You may even notice that after being with them, you feel spiritually depleted, as if you have poured yourself into a bottomless pit of deception.

These are all signs that your relationship with them is not just about human interaction; it is about divine positioning. God has placed you in their life as a final warning. But make no mistake, this assignment is not without a cost.

When you stand for truth in the face of deep deception, the weight can feel unbearable at times. Even Jesus Himself felt this weight when He confronted the religious leaders of His time. He knew their hearts were hardened, that they would not listen, that they would rather destroy Him than face the truth He brought.

Matthew 23:37 captures His grief: "Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who killed the prophets and stoned those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing. " It is painful to carry truth in a world that rejects it; it is exhausting to stand firm when deception is celebrated. But here is what you must remember: the weight you feel is proof that your presence has purpose.

If you carried no authority, if you posed no threat to the enemy's plans, you would not feel this level of resistance. So, what do you do? You stand.

You put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17). You guard your spirit with prayer. You do not engage in fruitless battles with those who refuse to hear.

Do not allow their deception to become your burden. You speak truth and let God handle the rest. The weight may be heavy, but it is not yours to carry alone.

Jesus said in Matthew 11:28-30, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.

" So, do not be discouraged by the weight of this battle. You are not alone in this fight. You have been chosen to stand in a moment of divine confrontation, and Heaven is backing you.

Your presence is not in vain; your words are not in vain; your resistance is not in vain. Whether the narcissist repents or rejects the warning, your obedience to God is what truly matters. Because in the end, this is not about them; it is about God's assignment over your life.

If you recognize these signs, understand that your presence in the narcissist's life is not by accident. You are not sent to be controlled, manipulated, or destroyed; you were sent as a final warning.