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The Devil Is A Bully! – Part 1

September 10, 2011 by Bill Leave a Comment

Given September 8, 2011

“The thief comes only to steal, kill and destroy;” (John 10:10). Jesus said, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven.” (Luke 10:18). Lucifer was like the head worship leader in Heaven until he wanted to be equal to God and got kicked out. Along with him went 1/3 of the angels who were sympathetic to his cause. They ended up on earth where Satan began by lying to and tricking Eve and Adam, (oh Adam was there and should have stopped his wife from listening), into giving up the blessing of God. They did and sin and death entered the world. Noah found favor with God and was chosen to help set things straight again but two of his sons blew off the blessing just like Adam did which set the stage for Jesus. Jesus came and took us back to square one with the devil’s defeat at the cross but even though he’s a defeated foe, he is still lying to and deceiving God’s people. He can’t stand us because we created beings look like God and sing praises to him like Satan used to. But the only way he can steal, kill, and destroy is to bully us.

The Bible says we are to, “Resist the devil and he will flee from us.” (James 4:7). But what does the first part of that verse say? “Submit to God…”. Yes, submit to God, get close to Him, learn His word and , “Put on the full armor of God..”. Why? “..so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” (Ephesians 6:11). We’ve got to know our rights and authority which are stated in the Word in order to resist the devil. Otherwise, we’ll get bullied.

I had a vision once of a little demon harassing me telling me all these lies trying to get me to doubt and fear which was beginning to work. I put my hand to my forehead and said, “Oh Jesus.” Suddenly, the demon’s eyes got big, he stepped back trembling with a look of fear on HIS face. I turned and saw Jesus standing behind me who said, “Son, I’m always right here. I’ll back you up.” We can’t be bullied if we have Jesus with us. Is he with you? Are His words in your heart?

We’ll look at some more about this topic and some offensive strategies in the next Revelations From The Road. Be blessed!

Do You Believe?

August 28, 2011 by Bill Leave a Comment

Given August 23, 2011

This is going to be a sort of survey and might step on our toes a little, if you know what I mean. Are you a believer? Yes or No.
“All things are possible to him who believes.” (Mark 9:23).

You believed with your heart and confessed with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and asked Him into your heart. The Bible says you’re saved. Are you saved? Yes or No. (If you’re not, do what it says three sentences back.)

Jesus took a beating for your healing, “.. and by his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5). Do you believe you are healed? Yes or No.

When a couple becomes pregnant they say they are “expecting”. They can’t see the baby but they believe it’s there and start making preparations for its arrival. “Then Jesus told him, “You believe because you have seen me. Blessed are those who believe without seeing me.” (John 20:29). Do you believe and expect good things from God even though you can’t see them? Yes or No.

God made a promise to Abraham and cut a covenant with him. “If you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise. (Galatians 3:29). “Now if we are children, then we are heirs–heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ.” (Romans 8:17). Do you believe you are in Abraham’s will? Yes or No.

Do you believe we can be like Jesus? Yes or No. “.. no servant is greater than his master,” (John 13:16), “Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing,” (John 14:12). Do you believe you can do what Jesus did? Yes or No.

Finally, are you more likely to believe the doctor or the Bible? Are you more likely to believe the government or your Bible? Are you believing the lies of the devil or the promises of the Bible? Do you believe the TV news or the Bible? I think we all can say like the father of the boy with the evil spirit when Jesus asked him if he could believe, “I believe, but help my unbelief.” (Mark 9:24). Do you believe? Yes or No.

Who’s In Control?

October 29, 2009 by Bill Leave a Comment

Given October 21, 2009

Think about it…would you let a thief into your house? Would you let your car run out of gas? Would you let your kids play with a loaded gun? Would you let someone talk you out of your bank account number over the phone? Would you let your teenager go to a drug party? You are saying, “Of course not, are you crazy?” “As long as I’m in control, I won’t let any of those things happen around me.” “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” John 14:27. Who’s in control?

What do you think about it?

Quick Point – Shadows Aren’t Real

October 21, 2009 by Bill Leave a Comment

Given October 18, 2009

Think about this: You have to have a light to cast a shadow and something has to be in front of the light to make the shadow. Shadows are deceptive. A little bitty bug could cast a frightening shadow, right? Jesus is the light, John 8:12, the shadows aren’t real. Some small thing could cast a big shadow, don’t be afraid of it. “Even though I walk through the valley of the SHADOW of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me;” Psalm 23:4. The devil is good at deception.

Fear Not

January 18, 2009 by Bill 2 Comments

Given January 6, 2009

“Fear not, believe only.” Jesus spoke these words to the synagogue ruler Jairus when messengers brought news of his daughter’s death, Mark 5:36. He’s saying the same thing to us now. During this time of economic distress, many of us are in a position to be fearful; it’s hard to avoid. Maybe your financial situation is in jeopardy because of cutbacks at work, you or a loved one is sick in their body, or a relationship is crumbling. “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33. Jesus is saying, “Don’t be afraid!”

I am the interim director of a federally-funded workforce development facility whose funding is running out before the end of the fiscal year; an opportunity to fear. As a leader, I’ve let everyone know I depend on God and believe He’s in control. But as people look to me for leadership, if I let them see me fearful, it looks bad on God. You know what I mean? Fear not, believe only! Peter tells us, “Cast your care on Him for He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7. If you turn over your anxiety to someone who can take care of it, someone you trust, you don’t need to worry. Fear not, believe only!

If you’re in a situation that seems impossible, remember this: “Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me.” Psalm 23:4. What appears to be dark and scary is only a shadow and the all-powerful God is walking with you. Fear not! And, keep walking. You and God will come out of it.