Everything is up. To commit yourself to Christ in faith, hope, and love - obligates a believer for the responsible care of the Universe. I can do all things in him who strengthens me. Evil is turning away and closing your hand to God. Evil endeavors to grip you in such a way as to make you believe you can never be free again.
Evil is addictive and enslaving.
Confessing and renouncing evil opens the hand to God. The truth will set you free. The open hand is friendly, as in a hand shake. A sign of peace, justice, and love. Be flexible and open.