Joy and Strength (Christian life and music)

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As children of God, born again by His Spirit, because His Spirit now lives in us, we possess God's authority. Does that mean that we  have absolute authority?  Obviously, not. However, we are to call upon God's authority to win over evil.  Since God's authority is absolute - perfect and there is none higher - whenever we rebuke the enemy, Satan, invoking God's authority, the devil must flee. Why some (most?) Christians do not utilize this power is because they mistakenly look at themselves instead of God. Of course if we look at ourselves, we know (or should know!) that we are no match for the devil.  Christians also look at their own sinfulness and think that that "lessens" their authority, or right to their God-given authority, over evil. No wonder the world is in such a mess!  It starts personally, with each of us, If we are not taking authority over the devil and his work and schemes in our lives, how can we move beyond ourselves to help others? Another mi...

 

God’s overarching purpose for each of His children is that we know Him. And what a relief this is! Yes, we have “assignments” and jobs, etc. But they are not our utmost purpose. This truth should set you free. No more wondering, worrying, or confusion. As a born again child of the Most High God, your purpose is to get to know Him more deeply each day. You could be “successful” in worldly pursuits, even in ministry. But if in the process you are not knowing God better, then what’s it all for? Remember what Jesus told His disciples when they were so excited that the spirits were subject to them? He set them straight right quick! Jesus told them to instead rejoice that their names were written in heaven. In other words, don’t rejoice in your good works, even though done in God’s power. Rejoice that you are rightly related to God! Knowing God. Living with Him now and then forevermore in heaven. Our joy is to be found in Him because that’s where it is! He is joy! “Joy is the serious busines...