At redemption, you received a new life, and you also received the authority and victory ascribed to the name of Jesus. Each time you rejoice, you remind yourself that you are victorious in Christ and the devil is under your feet.
Tag: Victory
“Now thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ…” 2 Corinthians…
Just as a warrior’s confidence comes from training, experience, strategy, and picking the right armour before battle, the believer’s victory over spiritual attacks flows from fully embracing and living in the truth of his new identity in Christ.
Some stories make it seem like light and darkness are in a constant tug of war; two powerful forces locked in battle, hoping to win the upper hand. That’s how many people imagine the devil: as God’s equal opposite. But that’s not the truth. This is not a cosmic rivalry; satan is not a rival to God. He has been defeated and is under judgment. His defeat was not a close fight; it was decisive and humiliating.
“So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” James…