Revelation of the Word:

THEME: VICTORY IN THE SPIRITUAL REALM

1 Corinthians 15:57 NKJV

“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

INSIGHT

-God alone is the author of victory. He formed the plan; He executed it in the gift of His Son; and He gives it to us personally when we come to die. Through our Lord Jesus Christ. By His death, thus destroying the power of death; by His resurrection and triumph over the grave; and by His grace imparted to us to enable us to sustain the pains of death and giving to us the hope of a glorious resurrection.

SUMMARY

We are spirit beings in bodies, and whatever happens in the natural first takes place in the spiritual realm. When one goes to a battlefield, he must understand his enemies and the arsenals his opponents are carrying. That is why we need to put on the whole armor of God, so that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. From the beginning we find the schemes of the devil to steal, kill and destroy God’s people, but we have hope for Christ has come so that we may have life more abundantly (John 10:10). We are called to put on the belt of truth buckled around our waists, breastplate of righteousness, feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, shield of faith so that we can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one, the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God. This is because we do not struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 6:10-18). Our weapons should not therefore be canal in nature but spiritual. We are then called to be alert and always keep on praying, and prayer in the spirit for all the Lord’s people. Also, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, we should throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. We are called to run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith (Hebrews 12:1-2). We are a reminded to rid ourselves from pride which brought down Herod Agrippa (Acts 12:21-23), king Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 4:28-33) and Satan the fallen angel (Isaiah 14:12–17). The devil was cast down and became the accuser of the brethren (Revelation 12:10). He accused Joshua the high priest while standing before the angel of the Lord, for he was dressed in filthy clothing. The Lord rebuked Satan and placed a clean turban and garment over Joshua the priest and forgive his sins (Zechariah 3:1-7). We are called to constant repentance and getting rid of sin that sometimes become cancerous. God is Holy and He calls us to be holy. God is Righteous and He makes us righteous by having faith in Him through the gift of salvation. We are also called to stand up Jesus Christ who is the Rock of our salvation for He has overcome it all. With His blood over us we have His canopy of protection and preservation over us. His name is a strong tower and when we lift His name high; He draws us to His side and grants us victory in everything for the glory and honor of His name.

PRAYER

The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests upon You Lord our God. We lift Your name high Lord Jesus in all the heavens and the earth for only You deserve. You are worthy of our all our praises Jesus Christ. Salvation, glory and power belong to You our God; because Your judgments are true and righteous. May You forgive us for the many times we have sin and harbored pride in our hearts. May You forgive us for taking in glory for ourselves for all glory and honor belongs to You dear Lord Jesus. May You fight for our us in every battle for only You have overcome all the schemes of the devil. May You grant us victory in all things according to Your great purpose and will. As we come to the close of year may You help us to accomplish every work and mission according to Your promises and purpose. May You accelerate us and make us successful in all things. May You bless us and keep us Lord. May You shine Your face towards us and be gracious unto us. May You show Your countenance unto us and give us peace. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us now and forevermore. Amen

Further reading: Proverbs 21:31, Revelation 12:9

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