Written by REVELATIONS FOR TODAY by Pastor Michael Obata
1 Corinthians 15:57 – New King James Version (NKJV)
57 But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord JESUS CHRIST.
Christians must be conscious that they are constantly in a spiritual battle, even though CHRIST has already won the war (Ephesians 6:12). The bible tells us of the victory CHRIST won for us on the cross through HIS death and resurrection. Colossians 2:14-15 says, “He cancelled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. 15 In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by his victory over them on the cross.” Although a lot of people use the words battle and war interchangeably. There is a significant difference. In a war, there are several battles. A war involves several battles, which are significant actions (battles) to achieve the objective. CHRIST defeated satan once and for all. The war has been won on the cross.
Until the 2nd coming of CHRIST, we are in a constant battle with satan, with his sole objective of robbing us of experiencing this victory and glory in Christ. As a Christian, know that you are indestructible, untouchable, and the desire of GOD is to ensure you triumph in every battle. And HE will never permit anything that will destroy you (1 Corinthians 10:13). However, it is our knowledge of the Word of GOD, our relationship and our submission to the leading of the HOLY SPIRIT that is needed. In CHRIST JESUS, we have been equipped with every weapon needed to triumph over satan and his cohorts of darkness (Ephesians 6:10-18).
Firstly, you must have the mindset that you are already a victor, and the outcome of the war has been decided. Secondly, recognise your weapons of warfare through the knowledge of the Scriptures and by applying the principles of GOD in the Scriptures. Thirdly, as a Christian, GOD has sent you on a mission: do not wait until it’s too late. Also, never underestimate the power of praying in the Spirit and prophesying (speaking the word of GOD). Every challenge we face as Christians has been permitted by GOD. It is strictly for our own good and to usher us from one level of glory to higher levels of glory (James 1:2-4). Our victory (testimony) is a sweet fragrance that spreads the knowledge of GOD in every place (2 Corinthians 2:14).
Do not take for granted the victory of CHRIST on the cross. Although the war has been won, there is an ongoing battle until CHRIST comes again. We must therefore be deeply rooted in CHRIST and not disconnected from the vine (John 15:4). To be disconnected is to expose oneself to the enemy and be vulnerable to HIS attack. A Christian may be born again, but if they do not practice righteousness, obey the word of GOD & do what it says, and actively seek the will of GOD for their lives, they become vulnerable to the enemy. The Scripture clearly tells us that all power and authority have been given to us by GOD in CHRIST JESUS (Luke 10:19). Thanks be to GOD, who gives us the victory through our Lord JESUS CHRIST.
Scripture meditation
Isaiah 54:17; Romans 8:37; John 16:33; Psalms 91 & Matthew 28:20.
Prayer
Glorious FATHER, thank You for my victory through Christ Jesus. FATHER, strengthen me with the power of Your SPIRIT and Your WORD that shall cause me to triumph always, in every place, spreading the sweet fragrance of Your knowledge. In JESUS NAME.
Confession
I am a victor through Christ, for I am born of GOD!