Resurrection Life of Jesus Church
Destroying the Works of the Devil
RLJ-1863
CHARLES M. THORELL
JUNE 5, 2022
GODLY HERITAGE
The Bible says that God the Father loved humanity enough to send God the Son to pay for mankind’s sins. Jesus came to give you a chance at something far greater than anything this world has to offer – eternal life! John 3:16-17; 1 John 3:1
It is the duty of parents to introduce their children to the Creator and make them aware of His commandments. There is a blessing that comes when a father and mother rear their children in the knowledge of the Lord because it produces a godly legacy. Deuteronomy 6:4-7; Proverbs 22:6
EROSION OF TRUTH
It’s no secret that the world in which we live has serious issues. The mainstream media constantly highlights the effects of sin to match their twisted agenda. The most common offences are sexual immorality, theft, murder, and lies. Politicians are famous for trying to legislate morality – especially after a crisis – but this is impossible when God has effectively been removed from public life.
People demanding “common sense” gun laws after a mass shooting fail to take into account that criminals are supposed to obey the existing laws. What will the new laws accomplish? Furthermore, can we trust the moral compass of a society that cannot define what a woman is?
There is no “your truth” or “my truth,” there is only “the truth.” Anything else is subjective opinions, beliefs, and feelings. It is impossible to debate those who deny the existence of objective truth because their arguments are not bound by logic and they make up whatever reality fits their agenda. Romans 1:18-32
WHY DID JESUS COME?
The Godhead knew that sin would originate with a fallen angel named Lucifer. This is why Jesus was slain in eternity past because only the Son of God – not mankind – could defeat the Devil. Revelation 13:8
You are doing well if you understand that you contribute nothing to your salvation except the sin that made it necessary. Jesus came to redeem mankind, but in order for this to happen, it was also necessary to destroy the works of the Devil.
“He that committeth sin is of the devil; for the devil sinneth from the beginning. For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.” (1 John 3:8)
Christians have been given power and authority by the Son of God to make the earth a better place. This is achieved by spreading the gospel and biblical doctrine under the power of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:18-20
To carry out this work, we’ve been given access to the vast resources of heaven through the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This means that there is nothing so distressing, traumatic, or frightening that God’s power cannot deal with it. Acts 1:8
We are called to combat darkness with light, hate with love, and war with peace. The light of the gospel exposes the evil works of the Devil. 2 Corinthians 4:1-5
We may look the same on the outside, but we are a new man on the inside and represent Jesus on earth. 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
Jesus called His followers to be salt and light. Salt is a preservative, but it also adds flavor to food. Light exposes darkness; it is comforting, penetrating, and guiding; it is also a symbol of truth. Christians are a testimony to the redemptive work of Jesus and the love which God the Father has for mankind. Matthew 5:13-16
All hell may break loose in your life, but Jesus arrived to destroy all the works of the Devil. Which of Satan’s works are you trusting Jesus to destroy? Be bold, take authority, and believe that Jesus is present for every situation in your life.
“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.
And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.
So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.
And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.”
(Mark 16:15-20)
Remember, it’s not so important how you begin your life after salvation, but how you finish it!
Do you have an ear to hear with?
