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2 Corinthians 5:17. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; The old has gone, the new has come!

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Jesus did not come merely to change our behavior or improve our way of life. He did not come simply to adjust our circumstances or meet only our emotional and physical needs. Most certainly, He did not come to establish another religion filled with rituals and rules for us to follow.

Jesus came to give us something far greater—life itself. He came to give us a new birth. Why? Because we were spiritually dead—dead in our transgressions and sins (Ephesians 2:1). Our condition wasn’t one of weakness or confusion—it was one of death. We didn’t need improvement; we needed resurrection.

So Jesus went to the cross on our behalf. When He died, we died with Him. When He rose again, we were raised with Him into new life (Romans 6:1–10). Through His death and resurrection, He gave us something no religion, philosophy, or self-effort could ever offer: complete and eternal life in Him.

Because of what Jesus has done, when we believed in Him as the Christ, God placed us in Christ. This means we are now united with Him—joined to His life, His righteousness, His inheritance. God adopted us as His beloved children through Jesus Christ (Ephesians 1:5). We have been born again—not just improved, but made new—into God’s family (1 John 5:1). And He gave us His Spirit, by whom we cry out, “Abba, Father” (Romans 8:15), a cry of intimacy and assurance.

Remember this: you have a brand-new identity. Nothing—not your mistakes, your weaknesses, your circumstances, or the opinions of others—can change who you are in Christ. Your name is written in the Book of Life, and no one can erase it. The Holy Spirit Himself testifies with your spirit that you are a child of God (Romans 8:16). God delights in you with joy and sings over you with gladness (Zephaniah 3:17). His eyes, burning with love and purpose, are always on you (Revelation 19:12).

Like a tender and attentive father, God bends down to listen when you pray (Psalm 116:2). He answers your prayers with wisdom and goodness (Luke 11:11–13). You are held firmly in His hands, and no one—not even you—can snatch you away (John 10:29). So never let the world, the devil, or your own insecurities define your worth. Your value comes from God. You matter to Him—deeply and eternally.

You now have a new freedom. You are no longer under the rule of your former father, the devil. You are no longer enslaved to the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2). Through Christ, you are completely free. God sees you through the perfection of His Son—holy, blameless, and without fault (Ephesians 1:4). It is God who justifies you, so no accusation can stick. The enemy has no legal grounds to condemn you (Romans 8:33).

Therefore, stop dwelling on the past. It is finished (John 19:30). Every sin has been forgiven, every shame erased. Guilt no longer has a voice in your life. The victory Jesus won over sin is now yours. His righteousness is your permanent covering. Receive that truth. Claim that freedom. And walk in it, today and every day.

You also have a new purpose. Life is no longer about yourself, your plans, or your performance. The Holy Spirit now leads you to live for Christ—the One who died for you and rose again (2 Corinthians 5:15). Your highest aim is no longer success or comfort, but to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33). You are Christ’s ambassador on this earth, sent with the message of reconciliation to a broken world (2 Corinthians 5:18–20).

By the power of the Holy Spirit, you are called to be His witness to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). Through your life, God will bring light into dark places, healing to broken hearts, and freedom to those trapped under the power of the devil.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for making me brand new through Jesus Christ. Help me to let go of the old and fully embrace the new life You’ve given me. Lead me by Your Spirit to live in freedom, walk in truth, and fulfill the purpose You’ve prepared for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Romans 1:16-17.  For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. ¹⁷ For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.”

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Why is the gospel so good? Because it is easy and light. Jesus said, “Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest… For My yoke is easy and My burden is light” (Matthew 11:28–30). The gospel is not a heavy weight but a message of perfect rest. The Author of all joy gave the gospel to humanity, who had fallen into a state of constant unhappiness, frustration, and despair. The gospel is God’s answer to the deepest longings of the human heart.

The Son of God came into the world as the True King to destroy the works of the devil—the one who introduced sin, death, and misery to the world since the fall of Adam and Eve. As the True Priest, He offered His own blood to break the chains of sin and set us free from the law of sin and death. As the True Prophet, He opened a new and living way to God, tearing down the barrier between heaven and earth, and transferring us from the background of hell into the glorious kingdom of light.

His name is Jesus. Through His death and resurrection, He completed the work of the Christ. No religion, philosophy, or human effort could ever achieve what Jesus accomplished. He who was without sin became sin for us, so that we might be made righteous before God (2 Corinthians 5:21). He offers salvation freely to all who receive and believe in Him as the Christ, the Anointed One sent by God.

Why is the gospel so good? Because it is secure. When you received the gospel, God sealed you with the Holy Spirit, the promised Helper, as a guarantee of your eternal inheritance (Ephesians 1:13–14). Your salvation is not based on your performance, but on Christ’s finished work. No power of hell, no force of darkness, and no failure of your own can take away what God has secured. You are His, forever.

Because you are in Christ, God hears your prayers and answers them. You are no longer a stranger or a beggar—you are a child of God, with full access to His throne. Do not be anxious or afraid. The Holy Spirit, who now lives in you, is leading you step by step in righteousness and truth. Though you may feel weak and unworthy, the Spirit within you is strong and perfect. He will strengthen you to stand firm in all situations. Nothing and no one can stand against you. Nothing can separate you from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:31–39).

Why is the gospel so good? Because it is powerful. With the gospel, God has given you spiritual authority—the authority to overcome all the power of the enemy. He has armed you with the name above every name: Jesus. You are not fighting for victory, but from victory. God has already guaranteed triumph in the battle “against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 6:12).

Whenever the devil comes to attack, he will fail—because he cannot defeat those who stand in the name of Jesus, the True King. You are not to fear the enemy; he is the one who should fear you. Stand firm. Resist the devil by submitting to God and holding fast to His Word. Do not let your guard down—stay on the offensive through prayer, worship, and the proclamation of truth.

Stay spiritually alert. Do not give up, and do not be discouraged. Victory is certain. The peace of God will soon crush Satan under your feet (Romans 16:20). Stand in the triumph of your King and declare His victory wherever you go.

Why is the gospel so good? Because it is effective. God has given you the greatest privilege—prayer. Through prayer, the Holy Spirit works powerfully in and through you. When you pray, the forces of darkness are pushed back, and the kingdom of Satan begins to collapse. God commands His angel armies to protect you and carry out His will.

Just as Elijah prayed and the heavens responded, your prayers are powerful and effective (James 5:16). Jesus said that whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven (Matthew 16:19). Through your intercession, God brings healing to the sick, comfort to the brokenhearted, and salvation to the lost. He uses your life to proclaim the gospel—the good news that brings freedom and restoration to the nations.

Taste and see that the gospel is good. It is the greatest treasure, the most powerful truth, and the eternal hope for all mankind.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the gospel. It is truly so good. Help me to experience the fullness of the gospel in every area of my life. Let its power be evident in my thoughts, words, and actions. Use me to proclaim this good news to the ends of the earth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Matthew 8:14-17. When Jesus came into Peter’s house, he saw Peter’s mother-in-law lying in bed with a fever. ¹⁵ He touched her hand and the fever left her, and she got up and began to wait on him.

¹⁶ When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. ¹⁷ This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah:

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Today’s Word testifies that Jesus Christ bore all our diseases and carried all our sicknesses. He revealed the power of the gospel by healing the sick, demonstrating that true salvation encompasses the whole person—spirit, soul, and body.

After His resurrection, Jesus gave this promise to His disciples: “And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well” (Mark 16:17–18).

Holding firmly to this covenant, the apostles and believers of the Early Church boldly ministered to the sick, healing them and proclaiming the gospel of Christ. Their healing ministry was not a separate act of mercy, but a direct manifestation of the authority of the risen Lord.

The world today is desperately in need of healing. This is not only about physical diseases, but deeper healing: healing from the condition of being under the power of the devil (Acts 10:38); healing from emotional and psychological wounds—crushed hearts and weary minds (Matthew 11:28); and healing from visible and invisible illnesses that torment the body (Acts 8:4–8). But why does healing take place when we pray in the name of Jesus?

First, we must confirm the promise of healing in Scripture. The Bible provides undeniable evidence of God’s will to heal. “All who touched Him were healed” (Mark 6:56). “He took up our infirmities and carried our diseases” (Matthew 8:17). “By His wounds we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5). God’s covenant of healing did not end with Christ’s ascension. It is an ongoing promise to those who believe.

Second, we must understand that some illnesses have spiritual roots beyond the reach of medicine. While many ailments are caused by fatigue, infections, aging, or poor lifestyle habits, Scripture reveals three profound spiritual causes of disease that cannot be solved by human effort.

Some illnesses are caused by sin. Original sin and generational sin can bring afflictions that affect even the third and fourth generations (Exodus 20:4–5). Actual sins, such as rebellion and idolatry, open the door to destruction and suffering (2 Samuel 12:15). The root of sin that entered through Adam brings death, decay, and sickness to all humanity (Genesis 3:16–19).

Other illnesses are the result of demonic activity. Jesus healed all who were under the power of the devil (Acts 10:38), showing that Satan’s schemes manifest in both physical and mental illness. Demon possession and oppression (Mark 5:2–15), as well as emotional and mental disturbances (Matthew 12:25–28; Ephesians 4:23–27), often reveal the enemy’s activity.

Still, there are instances when God allows illness for His greater purpose. Sometimes sickness is used to humble, discipline, or reveal God’s glory (John 9:1–3; 2 Corinthians 12:7; Daniel 8:27).

In such cases, incorrect treatments—especially those that ignore the spiritual aspect—can make the condition worse. Treatments based solely on medical care can only bring temporary physical relief. When the root problem is spiritual, human methods have their limits. Worse still are treatments based on superstition, religious rituals, or reliance on the power of evil spirits. These can bring even more serious consequences and spiritual bondage.

What, then, is the right order of healing? There must be spiritual healing first. As 3 John 1:2 says, true prosperity in health flows from a prosperous spirit. One must receive Jesus as the Christ (John 1:12). Only by being filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18) can a person gain the strength to overcome sickness. One must also stop sinning and seek repentance (James 5:13–16) and purify one’s living environment from spiritual influences that oppose God (Matthew 12:25–29).

Medical treatments should be pursued only after addressing the spiritual root. Mental and physical wellness follow spiritual wellness. What a person does after healing is also critical. One must live by faith, in gratitude, and with a life dedicated to witnessing the gospel.

If you are struggling with a serious illness, remember that your prayer is powerful and effective. Do not remain in anxiety, but enter into deep prayer, holding onto the gospel until all fear is driven out. Stop worrying, and start experiencing the presence of God. As Philippians 4:6–7 declares, the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus. God will raise you as Christ’s witness to bring the message of healing to all nations.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the promise of healing through Your Son, Jesus Christ. By the power of the gospel, heal my spirit, soul, mind, and body. Fill me with Your Spirit so that I may bring the message of healing to all nations. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Luke 11:11-13. “Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? ¹² Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? ¹³ If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”

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Do you receive answers to your prayers? How is your prayer different from that of unbelievers?

All religions have some form of prayer. How do the people of religion receive answers to their prayers? But how could the prayers offered to idols be answered?

The unbelievers receive answers to their prayers and what they asked for, but, in the end, they are bound to fail in life. The answers they receive come from an unexpected place: “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, not holding to the truth, for there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, for he is a liar and the father of lies” (John 8:44). The devil lies by granting what people wish for in their prayers.

People pray earnestly, but they do not realize they are engaging in a dangerous spiritual activity: “No, but the sacrifices of pagans are offered to demons, not to God, and I do not want you to be participants with demons” (1 Corinthians 10:20). This is how the leaders of cults and various religions possess supernatural power and deceive people: “Many false prophets will appear and deceive many people” (Matthew 24:11).

But when you pray, God will answer you in three ways. In most cases, God answers immediately with a yes. But God will say no if the things you have asked for may not be beneficial to you or unnecessary. Sometimes, God will tell you to wait for things better than what you asked for or His time. God desires to bless you in the best way possible.

Remember, you have the right to receive answers to your prayer. You are a child of God (John 1:12). God answers your prayer because of your identity and nothing else. But you must pray in Jesus’ name (John 14:14). You must restore fellowship with God by confessing your sins (Psalm 66:18). You must pray in faith (Luke 11:5-12). And you must pray with perseverance (Luke 18:1-8). Then God will answer to your mind and heart and give you wisdom and discernment (Philippians 4:6-7).

There are things you should keep in mind when you pray. Ask not “my will be done,” but “Your perfect will be done.”Not “by my plan,” but “by Your great plan.”Not “for my circumstance,” but “for Your hidden plans.” Do not pray with a heart of vengeance but with forgiveness and thanksgiving. Approach God’s throne with an attitude of submission to His will.

Prayer is a spiritual science. What does it mean? When you pray, the Holy Spirit will powerfully work in you and your life (Luke 11:13, Matthew 12:28). By the power of the Holy Spirit, the evil spirits will be bound (Matthew 12:28-29). And God’s angel army will be mobilized to accomplish His work (Hebrews 1:14, Revelation 8:3-5, Daniel 10:10-20).

Prayer moves the throne of our Triune God. Prayer shakes the foundation of heaven and earth. Prayer calls the power of the universe to destroy the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the devil. Prayer enables us to communicate with the future. That is why prayer changes everything.

God will also send people as answers to your prayer as He has done that to Abraham (Genesis 18:2-15); Elijah (1 Kings 19:5-7); Elisha (2 Kings 6:13-17); Hezekiah (2 Kings 20:1-10); Jesus’ disciples (Acts 1:10-11); the apostles (Acts 5:19-20); Peter and Cornelius (Acts 10:1-9); the Early Church (Acts 12:1-10); John (Revelation 1:1-20).

Most importantly, prayer is an awareness and enjoyment of the presence of God. When you realize you are living in the presence of the One who created the universe from nothing and loved you to the point He sent His only Son, Jesus, to die, you will stop worrying.

When you realize how much God cares for you, you will not want anything but Him. God will be your shield and very great reward. You will cherish your Father more than the answers to your prayers. Being alone with Him through prayer will give you the greatest joy. Enjoy the privilege of prayer He has given to you throughout the day.

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Prayer. Father, I thank you for the blessing of living in Your presence. I desire to taste the joy and power of prayer throughout the day .In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Matthew 28:18-20. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. ¹⁹ Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ²⁰ and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

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To experience the power and blessings of God, you must first know who Jesus really is. This means you must understand where you came from, what you must do in life, and where you will go when you leave the earth.

Mankind was created in the image of God to enjoy perfect fellowship with Him (Genesis 1:27). But because of sin, the image of God was destroyed, and spiritual death came to everyone (Genesis 3:1-6, Ephesian 2:1).

As a result, failures, death, and suffering came into the world and became a permanent part of life (Genesis 3:11-20). People spend their entire lives in this world under the power of the devil (Acts 10:38) and return home—heaven or hell (Luke 16:19-31).

Compelled by His great love for us, God came to this world to restore His image in us by destroying the enemy, the devil (1 John 3:8). He is Jesus Christ, our Lord. Jesus is both God and man (John 1:14, Philippians 2:6-10). Our problems have been solved when we receive and believe Jesus as the Christ (Matthew 11:28-29).

From now on, begin to fight three critical battles. First, fight the battle against yourself by entrusting your present circumstances to God and discovering His perfect plans for your life (Romans 8:28-29). You must seek not your will but God’s will as in the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13). Completely surrender your life to him. Your own stubbornness and thinking are of no benefit to you. The Truth is Jesus Christ, and He is holy. Therefore, living a godly life in Christ will completely set you free (John 8:32).

Also, begin to fight the battle against Satan trying to deceive you in the last days. You cannot defeat Satan on your own, but only through the power of Jesus Christ. God has given you the authority from above (John 1:12). Jesus has all authority in heaven and on earth (Matthew 28:18). Even the demons bow before His authority (Mark 1:27). The reason why Jesus appeared was to destroy the devil’s work (1 John 3:8). God promised to answer your prayer when you pray by the authority of Jesus’ name (John 16:24).

Lastly, begin to fight the battle against the world. To this end, you must be led by the Holy Spirit. The Counselor, the Holy Spirit, will be with you forever (John 14:16). He will teach you and remind you of all things (John 14:26-27). You have received the anointing of the Holy Spirit, and you know the truth (1 John 2:20). Wherever the Holy Spirit comes, there comes the kingdom of God (Matthew 12:28). Ask for the power of the Holy Spirit Jesus promised(Acts 1:8).

Stop looking for only the physical manifestation of the power of God, like miracles and signs. The power of God already appeared in your life when you became a child of God, and the power of sin has been broken. God has forgiven all your sins, and His power began working in your life.

From now on, seek God’s will amid troubles and hardships. Discover the purpose of God in your present circumstances. When you pray for strength from above in Jesus’ name, the power of the throne of the Triune God will come upon you, and you will be victorious in all circumstances.

Stop looking for happiness in this world. Turn your heart to the Author of all happiness, Jesus Christ. Stop living as a person of religion. Start living as a child of God. Lay the foundation of your life on Christ alone. Make Christ your King and Lord. And God will heal your spirit, soul, mind, heart, and body by the power that raised Christ from the dead.

You now have only one purpose in life—fulfilling the Great Commission of Jesus Christ by the power of God in this generation and the coming age, which is “making disciples of all nations.” Do not worry about anything. You have been given the ultimate promise: “Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for working powerfully through the Holy Spirit. Heal my spirit, soul, mind, heart, and body by the power of your word. Fill me with Your Spirit so I may stand as Christ’s witness throughout the day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

John 17:11-12. I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one. ¹² While I was with them, I protected them and kept them safe by that name you gave me. None has been lost except the one doomed to destruction so that Scripture would be fulfilled.

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Now that you are saved, you have received complete spiritual deliverance and freedom from the power of Satan, sin, and hell. Then, while you live here on earth, how should you live?

You must first keep in mind that Satan exists until the end of the age. Only Scripture reveals the reality of Satan. He was one of the chosen Cherubs who spread his wings over God’s throne. God put him on His holy mountain, and he walked among the jewels that sparkled like fire (Ezekiel 28:14).

According to the Book of Isaiah, Lucifer, or the Morning Star, fell from the sky. All the nations on earth had bowed before him in the past, but he was cut down. Why? He had always told himself, “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God; I will sit enthroned on the mount of assembly, on the utmost heights of Mount Zaphon. I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” (Isaiah 14:13-14). Filled with pride, he rebelled against God, along with one-third of the angels.

He is also known as the great dragon, the ancient serpent, or the devil, who has been leading the whole world astray (Revelation 12:9). This ancient serpent appeared to Adam and Eve and deceived them, and forced them to turn their back on God. “You will be like God,” he lied to them, planting the seed of unbelief in them.

The moment man sided with him, they lost all spiritual blessings and authority God had given them. Since that time, everyone has been born spiritually dead, completely overtaken by the power of Satan, curses, and hell (John 8:44).

As a result, people have been subject to the ways of this world and the devil—the commander of the kingdom of the air. He is the spirit at work in the hearts of those who refuse to obey God, following the passionate desires and inclinations of their sinful nature, subject to God’s anger (Ephesians 2:2-3).

The devil masquerades himself as an angel of light (2 Corinthians 11:14) and mobilizes demons and evil spirits to take over the people’s spirit, soul, mind, and body (Mark 5:1-10, Acts 16:16-18).

Using politics, economy, and culture, “the god of this age,” Satan, blinds the minds of the people so that they cannot see the light of the gospel (2 Corinthians 4:4-5). His kingdom is highly organized and carries out all kinds of evil schemes against the believers and the church of Christ (Ephesians 6:11-13) and continues to attack them on every front (Ephesians 6:16).

But the head of Satan had already been crushed when Christ died on the cross and rose again from the dead: “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel” (Genesis 3:15).

The devil is filled with fury because he knows that his time is short and aims to cause as much destruction as possible before he is finally sent to hell (Revelation 12:12, 1 Peter 5:8). When the gospel reaches all nations, the end will come, and Satan will be completely locked up in hell (Matthew 24:24, Matthew 25:41).

Until then, you must always be alert as Satan will use evil spirits, spirits of deception, spirits of false prophets, spirits of heresy, and demons to try to make believers stumble. He will also try to destroy your family (Matthew 12:28-29) and roam around the believers and try to devour them (1 Peter 5:7-8).

Once you allow a demon to enter your mind and heart, he will return with demons seven times more potent, causing diseases and various physical issues—incurable, unknown illnesses (Matthew 12:43-45, Mt 8:15-17).

The devil takes over people’s minds (Mk 5:1-10, Ac 16:16-18) and looks for dry, arid places to rest, targeting those complaining and complacent (Matthew 12:43-44). He enters and lives in “empty houses,” targeting those feeling empty and hopeless (Matthew 12:45).

The devil hates believers praying and understanding the truth of Scripture (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) and fears believers enjoying the blessing of worship and living for evangelism.

So, know the devil’s evil schemes against you. He will try to make you follow the desires of your flesh rather than what God desires of you (Matthew 4:2-3). He will try to promote worldly ambition (Matthew 4:5-6) and force idolatry (Matthew 4:8-9). He will try everything to keep you from worshiping God alone.

Remember, Jesus overcame the devil’s temptations by the Word of God. This is why it is so critical for you to put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-17). Mediate, memorize, and confirm the Word throughout the day (Psalm 1:1-3).

Always be on the offensive against the devil with the sword of the Spirit, the Word of God (Ephesians 6:17). Stand firm and do not let anything move you. Resist the devil by submitting to God and His Word, and he will flee from you (James 4:7). You can overcome the aggression of Satan through prayer in all circumstances (Ephesians 6:18).

Therefore, there are five things you must remember. First, you must know Jesus Christ correctly (Matthew 16:13-20). Jesus is the Christ. He is the True King who crushed the head of Satan. He is the True Priest who removed all disasters and calamities caused by sin. He is the True Prophet who destroyed the background of hell and paved a living and new way back to God.

Put Jesus Christ at the center of your heart, home, and all areas of your life (John 2:1-11). Continue to deepen your faith in the power of God (Galatians 2:20). When you confess and testify the name and power of Jesus Christ as the priority of your life, you will be victorious at all times. When Jesus Christ becomes the Lord of your life, the Holy Spirit will work powerfully in you regardless of your ability, knowledge, background, and circumstances (Acts 1:8).

Cast off all your anxiety, problems, and your burdens of sin. Get rid of stubbornness and throw away negative attitudes. Do not rely on your own intuition and experiences. Cast aside all your unbelief because the Holy Spirit in you is perfect.

Finally, to stand firm against the devil, you will need strength from above. Enter the throne of heaven with confidence and worship the Triune God like Abraham (Genesis 13:18). Experience the presence of God as you pray continuously in your daily schedule like Joseph (Genesis 39:2).

Pray with other brothers and sisters, holding to God’s absolute covenant (Acts 1:14). When faced with crises, devote yourself to prayer (Acts 12:1-25). Most of all, converse with your Father 24/7 (Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 119:10-12). Remember that your prayer is powerful and effective (James 5:16).

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Prayer. Father, open my eyes to see the devil’s evil schemes against me and the world. I invite the Triune God to the center of my life as my King and Lord. Govern all my thoughts and ways through the Holy Spirit. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

1 Corinthians 2:10,14. But God has revealed it to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. ¹⁴ The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand them because they are discerned only through the Spirit.

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Many believers seek external changes in their lives as evidence of salvation. They are fooled by the things they can see without being able to see what God has freely given to them (1 Corinthians 2:12). But the spiritual blessings should come first: “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” (3 John 1:2, NKJV).

They do not understand “the things that came from the Spirit of God.” They do not see real changes God has brought to their lives through Christ. As a result, they place condition before identity, doing before being, fruit before enjoyment, and evidence before promise. What are, then, the real changes we must see? What has been revealed to us by the Spirit of God? The gospel.

God did not spare His own Son to save us. He became man, shed His blood on the cross, rose again from the dead, ascended into heaven, and now lives in us, leading and empowering us through the Holy Spirit. This is the gospel.

However, most people do not understand what salvation means. They believe they can be saved just by being religious (John 3:1-10). Religion, however, is not the gospel because it is made by man. Even though people intend to do good works, their good deeds are not considered good at all in the sight of God, as “all our righteous acts are like filthy rags” (Isaiah 64:6).

Some believe that by going to church, they can be saved. Simply attending church is worthless and only piles up more burdens and makes things worse (Matthew 12:43-45). Some believe that by being devout and zealous, they can meet the standard of salvation. Many people hold onto strong convictions or philosophies. But this leads to only emptiness and failures in life.

Some people even believe they can be saved by memorizing and reciting Bible verses and religious chants or praying earnestly. All of these only produce temporary, external changes. In the end, they become weary and heavy-laden (Matthew 11:28-30).

What is then the state of being saved? This is an inner spiritual transformation. The Holy Spirit lives in you and governs your life. And there is life in the Holy Spirit: “Through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death” (Romans 8:2).

You cannot enter the kingdom of God unless you are born again by water and the Spirit (John 3:3-5). The Holy Spirit, the Spirit of truth, will not leave you nor can be cast out from you: “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you” (John 14:16-17).

When you understand the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, you will confirm your salvation (Romans 8:2), fully meet the righteous requirement of the law (Romans 8:4), and belong to Christ (Romans 8:9). You will also be able to discover God’s will, blessings, and grace (1 Corinthians 2:10-14).

You will realize that you are the temple of God (1 Corinthians 3:16). Nothing can destroy you. The Holy Spirit will correct you (Galatians 5:16-18), guide you through the Word (John 14:26), give you peace (John 14:27), answer your prayer (Romans 8:26), work out all things for your good according to His will (Romans 8:28).

Four fundamental changes happened to you who possess life, the Holy Spirit. Your identity has been changed from a child of Satan to a child of God (John 8:44, 1 John 3:2, John 5:24). Nothing can change who you are in Christ.

You have also changed from a slave to sin to a servant of God, completely set free from the power of sin (Romans 6:17, Romans 6:22). Let nothing fool you any longer. Live for the glory of God.

You have passed from death to life (Ephesians 2:1, Ephesians 2:5). God changed your permanent address from the kingdom of darkness to the kingdom of light. You have been set from the oppression of Satan to the guidance of the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 2:2, Galatians 5:18). The Holy Spirit will never abandon you, but He will guide and sanctify you (John 14:16, 26; Galatians 5:16-18).

Remember, no one can destroy you who are in Christ. No one can snatch you from the hand of God. Let’s confirm this marvelous truth:

“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written:

‘For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’

No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:31-39)

Abide in the love of God that is unconditional, infinite, constant, and irresistible. You will then see the fruit of the Spirit in your life (Galatians 5:22-23): love, joy, peace (toward God); patience, kindness, goodness (toward others); faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (toward yourself).

When the people see you bringing good things out of the good stored up in your heart, they will see the light of the gospel and praise your Father in heaven (Matthew 5:16). Ask God to fill your mind with the mind of Christ. Always speak faith, hope, and love that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

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Prayer. Father, open my eyes to see the things that came from Your Spirit. Help me understand the true changes since Jesus came into my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

1 John 5:11-13. And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. ¹² Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.

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Many believers live with incorrect assurance or no assurance at all. They draw assurance from their own thoughts and standards. They seek assurance from others and the world.

But the assurance based on anything other than the One who gives the ultimate assurance leads to confusion and insecurity. To seek assurance, people devote their lives to foolish things such as religion, legalism, and upright living because they do not have assurance from God Himself.

As a result, they become an easy target of the devil: “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:7-8).

Without being assured of God’s perfect love, they get overtaken by fear of punishment: “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love” (1 John 4:18). Why then do they go on living without this assurance?

First, many believers do not know the new life of the saved. A person who has been saved has become a child of God. How? by accepting and believing Jesus as Savior and Lord: “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” (John 1:12).

In that person lives Jesus guarding and leading their lives: “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me” (Revelation 3:20).

The Holy Spirit lives within them regardless of their status and ability (1 Corinthians 3:16). Nothing can destroy them. Nothing can change their identity as children of God: “Therefore I want you to know that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, ‘Jesus be cursed,’ and no one can say, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ except by the Holy Spirit” (1 Corinthians 12:3). This is true life (Romans 8:2).

Many believers are also ignorant of the condition of unbelievers. Because the unbelievers do not have the Son of God, they do not have life (1 John 5:11-12). They remain in the same condition as Adam and Eve, who have fallen and been separated from life.

Satan controls their spirits (John 8:44, Acts 10:38). They may acquire much but cannot find peace (Matthew 11:28-29). They may achieve success, but troubles never cease (Matthew 12:25). Their bodies are controlled and led by Satan without even knowing it (Ephesians 2:2-3). They are bound to face various issues with their bodies and physical problems (Acts 8:4-8). They will also have troubles in their hearts and minds (Acts 16:16-18). They are destined to eternal condemnation in hell (Luke 16:19-31).

In addition, many believers do not know the blessings of the saved. The saved children of God have been completely free from the curse and condemnation caused by sin (Ephesians 2:1), including original sin, sins of their fathers, and the actual sins motivated by their sinful nature that came from original sin.

Thus, we must remember the most powerful testimony: “He who has the Son has life” (1 John 5:12). We have been immediately set free from the burdens of the world and the power of Satan (Ephesians 2:2). We have been eternally set free from the background of hell (Ephesians 2:6). And we will leave our testimonies for generations to come (Ephesians 2:7).

Some believers do not know the privileges of the saved (Matthew 16:13-20). The privilege of proclaiming the gospel is given only to those who believe and confess that Jesus is the Christ. Jesus promised to make us as firm as a rock and establish His church on the foundation of our confession.

The privilege of overcoming the power of Satan is given only to those who are born of God. Thus, we must be ready for our spiritual battle against the enemy and stand our ground until the end (1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7). God will soon crush Satan under our feet (Romans 16:20).

The privilege of answered prayer is given only to the saints. The answers to the prayer of the unsaved come from Satan’s limited power under God’s permissive will: “The Lord works out everything to its proper end—even the wicked for a day of disaster” (Proverbs 16:4).

Therefore, we must use the keys Jesus promised: “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven” (Matthew 16:19). Your prayer can move the throne of heaven. That is one of the greatest privileges God has given to you.

Finally, many believers do not know the way of life of the saved. The children of God must be led by the Holy Spirit (John 14:26-27). To that end, cast off all your anxiety because God cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). Stop trusting yourself. Start trusting the One who loved you and died for you.

Only then can you be perfectly led by the Holy Spirit as Paul confessed: “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me” (Galatians 2:20).

Get rid of any hidden motives. These motives may bring temporary success but will eventually bring failures because the Spirit of God cannot be deceived. Disasters came upon Ananias and Sapphira when they tried to “lie to the Holy Spirit” (Acts 5:1-10).

If you desire to be led by the Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ must be the center of your life (2 Corinthians 5:17). Prayer must be the highest priority in your daily life (Acts 16:13,16). And your life itself must be a proclamation of the gospel (Acts 1:8). Let the Holy Spirit take care of your long-standing problems.

Now that you are saved, declare daily: “I am a child of God, and I possess eternal life.” Do not doubt when you pray: “God hears and answers my prayer when I pray in Jesus’ name.”

Do not be shaken by unexpected trials and temptations by declaring: “I know my True King Jesus overcame the world and now lives in me. I will come out as a victor in all circumstances.”

When the devil tries to trap you with guilt and shame, boldly rebuke him: “I know my True Priest Jesus died on the cross, crushing the power of curses of sin over my family line, and now He lives in me. I declare freedom from the law of sin and death.”

And press on with the ultimate promise of your True Prophet Jesus: “Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the assurance You have given me through the Word. Fill me with Your Spirit that I may stand firm on Your promises. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

1 John 3:8. He who does what is sinful is of the devil because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work.

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The world is driven by pluralism and liberal theology, which deny the uniqueness of Christ. They believe and preach the message that all religions are the same. But they do not know the essence of sin or original sin.

Original sin is the fundamental issue that touches everyone regardless of who they are and what they do. People are ignorant of the one who initiated mankind’s rebellion against God—the devil who “has been sinning from the beginning” (1 John 3:8).

Today’s Word clearly states that sin and the devil are inseparable. Sin is the displacement from the glory of God: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). It is the spiritual location completely cut off from the Creator of life. This is the place of eternal death, curse, and hell.

In this state of sin, everyone follows the “ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient” (Ephesians 2:2).

People do not understand the difference between religion and the gospel, between law and the gospel. They certainly do not see the reality of their own spiritual condition, trying to hide their long-standing spiritual problems and continual failures in life. And they do not acknowledge the reality of hell.

Worst yet, today’s churches, which have been entrusted with the gospel to save the world, conformed themselves to the pattern of this world and stopped teaching and proclaiming the message that Jesus is the only way to escape from the power of Satan, sin, and hell.

Unfortunately, most people cannot distinguish salvation from religion. They think that all religions are the same. Upright living and good deeds are the goals and means of all religions.

Christianity, however, is not a religion but life itself. Religion is created by mankind, but the gospel is given by God. Religion is about mankind searching for God, but the gospel is about God reaching out to mankind.

The standard of religion is mankind’s effort, but that of the gospel is a gift of God for salvation given to mankind by His grace: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God” (Ephesians 2:8).

The method of religion is mankind’s achievement, but that of the gospel is faith in the One who has finished everything on the cross. Religion brings only external changes, but the gospel gives life: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10).

The people of religion try to cover themselves with the things of the world and their religious lifestyle, but the people of the gospel have nothing to hide and follow the path of honesty that is straight and true (Isaiah 26:7).

The people of religion will experience even more trouble than before: “Then it goes and takes with it seven other spirits more wicked than itself, and they go in and live there. And the final condition of that person is worse than the first. That is how it will be with this wicked generation” (Matthew 12:45).

But the people of the gospel will enjoy peace: “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid” (John 14:26-27).

In all circumstances, the people of the gospel will find rest: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls” (Matthew 11:28-29).

Eventually, the people of religion will be led to destruction: “Their destiny is destruction, their god is their stomach, and their glory is in their shame. Their mind is set on earthly things” (Philippians 3:19).

But the people of the gospel live in the kingdom of God here on earth and will go home to heaven to be with their king Jesus when they leave this life: “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body” (Philippians 3:20-21).

Jesus clearly distinguished between the two when He said, “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate, broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it” (Matthew 7:13-14). Many will choose religion, and very few will choose the gospel.

Most people also do not realize the state of the unsaved. Original sin is the state of the unsaved (Romans 3:10, 23). This means that they are still in the hands of Satan, who appeared to Adam and Eve (Genesis 3:1-6).

They remain in the state of condemnation, being held by the spirit of Satan, under the power of curses, driven by idols, superstition, and religion, facing continual failures in life, and suffering from all kinds of mental issues and physical problems (Matthew 8:16-17), eternally condemned in hell (Luke 16:19-31, Revelation 14:1-9), and bound to pass generational curses on to their children (Exodus 20:4).

This is why there has to be only one Savior. He must be the One who has the power to defeat Satan. He must be human, clothed in the flesh (John 1:1, 14). He must not be a descendant of Adam: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14).

He must be without sin (Hebrews 4:15, 1 Peter 3:18). A sinless person must die to pay for the price of sin (Genesis 2:17). As the evidence of His divinity, He must rise again from the dead (1 Corinthians 15:3-5). This person is Jesus Christ. Only Jesus, who is God himself, could defeat Satan’s power and save mankind. And His power is evident even today (Acts 16:16-18).

What exactly is salvation? It is the solution to the problem of the past—freedom from sin that causes destruction (Ephesians 2:1), including original sin, sins of the father, and the actual sins we commit motivated by our sinful nature that came from original sin.

Salvation is the solution to the present problem—freedom from Satan’s power (Ephesians 2:2). Salvation is also the solution to the future problem—being seated in heaven (Ephesians 2:6).

God saved us so that His kindness to us who belong to Christ Jesus would clearly show for all time to come the amazing richness of His grace (Ephesians 2:7). This is the reality of the salvation we received.

If you experience the uniqueness of Christ in your life, you will see your True King crushing Satan under your feet wherever you go. You will see your True Priest destroying the power of curses from sin in people’s lives. You will also experience your True Prophet, saving lives from the background of hell.

God made you a witness of all these for all nations. So, discover answers only in the gospel. Experience a life best lived—the life of the evangelist. You will see a dramatic transformation in your life like Paul:

“We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves. We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed. We are perplexed, but not driven to despair. We are hunted down, but never abandoned by God. We get knocked down, but we are not destroyed. Through suffering, our bodies continue to share in the death of Jesus so that the life of Jesus may also be seen in our bodies.” (2 Corinthians 4:7-10).

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the only way back to You, Christ Jesus, Your Son. The only power over Satan. The only Savior for my sin. Use my life today to proclaim the Good News that Jesus is the Christ, the only way for the world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

John 14:6. Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

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Most people do not realize that mankind cannot meet God by any means. And yet, they believe they have something that will enable them to meet with God, including religion, conviction, philosophy, and morality.

Even believers try to meet God somehow through their efforts. As a result, they fail to experience the essence of the gospel: God came to meet and be with us. That is why the believers ask for the things unbelievers do. They fail to enjoy the greatest blessing of all, Immanuel (God with us). Not only that, they fail to experience the most incredible power of all, the filling of the Holy Spirit, and the most incredible privilege of all, living as Christ’s witnesses.

No one can meet God because He is spirit (John 4:24). We cannot see Him with our physical eyes. God is not limited by anything. Anything we limit cannot be God, but it is an idol (1 Corinthians 10:20). God is all-present, all-knowing, and all-powerful. Salvation is meeting God (Isaiah 40:18-31).

Because we have a physical body, we cannot see God. Our spirit is limited by our own physical body, and separation of spirit from the body is called death. That is why we may be saved only when we are still in our physical body (Luke 16:19-31).

To save mankind, God put on the physical body and came to this earth (John 1:14). He opened a new and living way for us to meet with him. He is Jesus Christ. Jesus is both God and man. He is without sin (2 Corinthians 5:21).

Receiving and believing Jesus as the Christ is the only way to meet God (John 1:12, Revelation 3:20). When we receive Jesus as the Christ, the Holy Spirit comes to live within us. This is called salvation (John 14:15, 26-27).

When Jesus comes into our life, we are eternally set free from the power of Satan, sin, and hell. Not only that, God gives us the authority to bind the forces of darkness (Luke 10:19). We have been given the privilege to approach His throne in prayer anytime (Hebrews 4:16).

Whenever we pray in Jesus’ name, God mobilizes His angel armies to assist us (Hebrews 1:14) and works powerfully through the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8). Unfortunately, many believers do not believe in this amazing spiritual reality, thus living like unbelievers.

But for you, hold on to the evidence that God is with you. The Holy Spirit, who lives in you, will lead you and sanctify and guide you by the Word of God (John 14:26-27).

The Word is living and active and able to heal your soul and spirit, heart and mind, and even your body (Hebrews 4:12). When you receive the Word, your spirit will be revived (Psalm 119:25). When you confess your wrongdoings, you will be led by the Holy Spirit (Psalm 66:18, Galatians 5:16-18). When you focus on prayer regularly, seeking God’s kingdom and righteousness, you will experience the power of God displayed in your life.

Remember, Satan will constantly try to keep you from experiencing the blessings God has given to you. That is why God commanded you to continue to be filled with the Holy Spirit, that is, with the Word concerning Christ (Ephesians 5:18).

When you are filled with the Holy Spirit, God will give you the power to overcome yourself, the world, and Satan (Acts 1:8). He will open the door so you may testify to the Way and the Truth and the Life.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for opening my eyes to see the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Help me not to rely on my own thoughts and my own ways. Help me confirm the evidence of Your presence in my life today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.