The disciples rejoiced because evil spirits obeyed them when they used Jesus’ name, but Jesus told them to focus on heavenly hope. Luke 10: 20 But don’t rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven.” [1] Evidently, some of the healings the disciples did were exorcisms. They had delegated authority …
The authority of every believer is an incredible empowerment that the Lord grants to His followers. After the joyful return of the seventy-two disciples, who celebrated their victory over demons in Jesus’ name, Jesus offers a profound insight. Luke 10:18“Yes,” he told them, “I saw Satan fall from heaven like lightning! [1]This isn’t just a …
Have you thought about the power in the name of Jesus? This gift belongs to every believer and is one of the greatest gifts God gives to each of His children. With that in mind, take time to learn about and use this gift to build God’s Kingdom. The story of the seventy-two highlights the …
The story of Jesus’s Jewish trial demonstrates the need for power blinds. The High Priest’s family managed the “Temple business.” The high priest was to serve until death according to Old Testament law. However, the Romans ensured the high priest would work for them by appointing the office. Caiaphas was the high priest at the …
God wants to give us more, but often our expectations are low. As Peter and John went to the Temple for afternoon prayer, they met a man begging at the Temple Gate. Acts 3:2Each day he was put beside the Temple gate, the one called the Beautiful Gate, so he could beg from the people …
Something supernatural happened on Pentecost when the fire of the Holy Spirit came upon people. Acts 2:1On the day of Pentecost, all the believers were meeting together in one place. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. 3 Then, what …
The test of possessions and power may not be on your radar, yet everyone undergoes this trial. We must teach children to share; it does not come naturally. As adults, we may be more subtle, but we often act like small children regarding possessions and power. The Spirit led Jesus into the desert to be …
Jesus has power over death! Sometimes with all that is going on in the world, we don’t take time to thank the Lord for what He has done. Jesus conquered sin, death, and the devil through His death on the cross and resurrection. He was victorious! We begin a new life when we place our …
I remember praying for a young woman at a crusade in Honduras for a long-term physical ailment. Because of the power in the name of Jesus, I prayed a command prayer. I commanded this ailment to be gone in the name of Jesus. The next evening, our mission team was eating at a restaurant. This …
Do you realize the power of your prayers? What areas of your life are in need of prayer? How will your prayers affect the nation you live in? Over and over again the Bible talks about the power of prayer as we read in 2 Chronicles 7:14. Then if my people who are called by …