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Hebrews 11:1-6. Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. ² This is what the ancients were commended for. ³ By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. ⁴ By faith Abel brought God a better offering than Cain did. By faith he was commended as righteous, when God spoke well of his offerings. And by faith Abel still speaks, even though he is dead. ⁵ By faith Enoch was taken from this life, so that he did not experience death: “He could not be found, because God had taken him away.” For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God. ⁶ And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.

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Faith is not a delusion—it is real. It is the evidence of what we cannot see, the proof of a spiritual world. Faith is the assurance that what we hope for will come to pass. It is not grounded in what is visible, but in the unseen reality of the spiritual realm. As Jesus said, “God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth” (John 4:24). This does not mean we ignore the physical world. Rather, our ultimate pursuit in life must not be the things of this world, but the things of the invisible, eternal kingdom of God.

God has made the most important things in life invisible. Many people are familiar with religion, laws, and morality, yet remain unaware of the dark spiritual reality behind the fall of mankind—the existence of the devil, the fallen angel. Scripture reveals that the whole world is under the control of the evil one (1 John 5:19). This enemy rebelled against God (Ezekiel 28:14–19; Isaiah 14:12–15), took over the kingdom of the air (Ephesians 2:2), and holds the power of death (Hebrews 2:14). Since the beginning, he has led the world astray (Revelation 12:9).

He deceived Adam and Eve, leading them to sin against God and lose the very life God had breathed into them when He created humanity as spiritual beings (Genesis 2:7; 3:1–10). From that moment, mankind has been living under the power of Satan (Acts 10:38), unaware that the root of all sin—original sin—originates from the devil. Original sin is the universal problem that affects every person. All religions fail to recognize the one who initiated rebellion against God: the devil, who has been sinning from the beginning (1 John 3:8).

Sin and the devil are inseparable. “The one who does what is sinful is of the devil” (1 John 3:8). Sin is a separation from the glory of God (Romans 3:23). It is the spiritual condition of being cut off from the Creator—the place of death, curse, and hell. In this fallen state, all people follow “the ways of this world and the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient” (Ephesians 2:2).

Religions teach good works as a path to salvation, but before anything else, we must be delivered from original sin, the power of Satan, and the background of hell. Without knowing the problem of original sin, people try to keep the law and do good, hoping to earn salvation. But Scripture says no one is righteous—not even one—and no one can fully keep the law (Romans 3:10–12). This is how Satan gained control over the world. Because of sin, death reigns over humanity (Romans 6:23).

This is why we must recognize, proclaim, and teach the only way of salvation: the gospel that Jesus is the Christ. Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil that have been dragging humanity into destruction (1 John 3:8). Salvation means being brought out of darkness (Colossians 1:13), liberated from the bondage of sin and death (Ephesians 2:1), and set free from the ruler of the kingdom of the air (Ephesians 2:2). It means escaping the coming wrath (Ephesians 2:3). When we were powerless and hopeless, God poured out His great mercy and grace through His Son and gave us the gift of salvation (Ephesians 2:4–5).

God’s promise of salvation came immediately after mankind’s separation from Him: “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). That promise continued through Noah (Genesis 6:14), Moses (Exodus 3:18), and Isaiah (Isaiah 7:14). And in the fullness of time, the Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us (John 1:1–2, 14). He is Jesus the Christ, our Lord.

Jesus is the only one who can save. No one else was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin. Jesus is not a descendant of Adam. He is without sin. He is the Son of God. His name is the only name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12). There is no other. No one else has broken the power of Satan. No one else has conquered death and risen again to give eternal life.

Through Christ, God completed the work of salvation. Jesus paid the price for our sin with His own blood: “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5). By His death and resurrection, God opened the way for us to become His children: “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).

God promised intimate fellowship and spiritual blessings to those who receive Christ: “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 him, and he with me” (Revelation 3:20). There is no greater joy than living with Jesus—full of peace, purpose, and assurance.

Since the moment you received and believed that Jesus is the Christ, you have been set free from the power of Satan. God now hears your prayers in Jesus’ name and secures your future. There is nothing to fear. God has called you to bless you with every spiritual blessing in Christ (Ephesians 1:3–14). He has restored to you the original blessings that were lost (Genesis 1:27–28).

And now, God sends you out to the ends of the earth as a witness to what He has done through Christ. Go with your spiritual identity and authority. Stand firm against the powers of darkness. Declare healing and freedom to those still trapped in the kingdom of Satan. Like those who were commended for their faith (Hebrews 11:1–40), choose faith—always—and you will overcome the world.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for the confidence in what I hope for and the assurance of what I do not see. Open my eyes to the spiritual world, that I may experience every spiritual blessing in Christ and stand firm against the unseen enemy, the devil. Use my life to bring Your healing to this dying world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Philippians 1:6. Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

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Many unbelievers are walking the broad road that leads to eternal destruction. Why? Because they do not know Jesus, the Savior. They live separated from the life of God, blind to the truth, and bound by sin and death. But here is a sobering truth: even many believers wander aimlessly through life—not because they have not heard of Jesus, but because they do not truly know Jesus as the Christ. They acknowledge Him with their lips but fail to grasp the fullness of who He is and what He has accomplished for them. As a result, they live unaware of the life, power, and authority they have already received through Him.

Because they do not see Christ clearly, they live in ways that grieve and quench the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 4:30 and 1 Thessalonians 5:19). They do what the Holy Spirit does not desire and ignore what the Spirit prompts them to do. Their thoughts and actions are guided more by human reasoning, emotion, and worldly standards than by the Spirit of God. This is not the life we were meant to live. Scripture tells us, “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14). Yet many believers are not led—they are stuck, confused, or misled.

This is why so many live no differently from those in the world. Their worries mirror those of the unbelieving: what to eat, what to drink, what to wear. Jesus directly addresses this, calling us to seek first the kingdom of God (Matthew 6:31). But instead, many Christians chase after material concerns and temporary satisfactions. It is a tragic condition—the people of God living with the mindset of the world.

Another reason believers wander is that they lose heart when answers to prayer are delayed. When God doesn’t move according to their timeline, doubt creeps in. Yet Scripture assures us in Philippians 1:6 that “He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Still, when situations don’t change and prayers seem unanswered, anxiety begins to take hold. Even Abraham, the father of faith, began to waver after waiting 25 years for God’s promise of a son. His story is a reminder that waiting on God’s timing by faith is crucial in our covenant journey.

Many believers also live without true assurance. Some cling to false assurances based on their own standards or feelings, while others drift through life with no assurance at all. They try to find confidence in their works, emotions, or the opinions of others, but anything apart from Christ as the source of assurance will lead only to confusion and insecurity. Jesus alone is the anchor of our soul, firm and secure (Hebrews 6:19). Without assurance rooted in God’s unchanging truth, believers fall into religious performance, legalism, or self-effort, hoping to feel accepted. This opens the door to the enemy, who prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour (1 Peter 5:8). Without the certainty of God’s perfect love, fear takes root—fear of judgment, failure, and condemnation. But perfect love casts out fear, for fear has to do with punishment (1 John 4:18).

The grace of God has saved you. So stop wandering. You are no longer lost—you are found. You are no longer dead—you are alive in Christ. Make it your daily declaration: “I am a child of God, and I possess eternal life.” This is not wishful thinking or self-made affirmation—it is the unchanging truth: “And this is the testimony: that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He who has the Son has life… I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.” (1 John 5:11-13). Let this truth anchor your identity and confidence each day. You are not trying to earn eternal life—you already have it because you are in Christ. Let this assurance shape your thoughts, your prayers, and your walk with God.

Stand on this truth when you pray: “God hears and answers my prayer when I pray in Jesus’ name,” as Jesus promised, “If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it.” (John 14:14). This is the unshakable foundation of our confidence in prayer. When you come before the Father in the name of Jesus—trusting in His finished work, His righteousness, and His authority—you can pray with boldness, knowing that heaven is listening and that your prayer will not return void.

Let your heart remain unshaken when trials or temptations come your way. Declare with unwavering faith: “My True King Jesus has overcome the world and now lives in me. I will stand victorious in every circumstance.” This is not just positive thinking—it is a guaranteed truth backed by the Word of God, assuring us, “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13). Because Jesus dwells within you—the One who conquered sin, Satan, and hell—you are never alone in your battles. His victory is your victory. His strength is your strength. No trial is too great, and no temptation is too strong, for the Spirit of God lives in you. Stand firm, knowing that in Him, you are more than a conqueror.

When guilt and shame try to take hold of your heart, do not remain silent—confront the lies of the enemy with boldness and truth. Declare with confidence: “My True Priest Jesus died on the cross, breaking the power of sin and every generational curse. He lives in me, and I declare my freedom from the law of sin and death.” This is not a mere statement—it is a spiritual weapon grounded in the finished work of Christ. Mark 10:45 says, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” Jesus gave His life as a ransom to redeem you completely—spirit, soul, and body. His death shattered the grip of sin, and His resurrection secured your freedom. In Him, every curse is broken, every accusation is silenced, and every chain is loosed. So reject condemnation, silence shame, and walk in the liberty that is yours in Christ Jesus.

And continue pressing forward in hope, remembering the final promise of your True Prophet, Jesus: “Surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20). This is not a passing reassurance—it is an eternal covenant spoken by the One who cannot lie. Jesus, your Prophet who speaks the perfect will of God, has promised His abiding presence through every season, every battle, and every unknown. You are never forsaken, never forgotten, and never walking alone. His Spirit walks with you, guides you, strengthens you, and surrounds you. Let this promise fuel your perseverance and sustain your joy. The One who began a good work in you is faithful to carry it to completion—and He will be with you every step of the way, until the very end.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for finding me in Christ. I thank You that I am no longer wandering. I choose to hold fast to Your eternal promises, not to my fleeting thoughts or wavering ways. Lead me daily by Your Spirit and root me deeply in the finished work of Christ. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Revelation 3:20. 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.

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Mankind was uniquely created to be with God (Genesis 1:27; 2:7). Only in fellowship with Him can we find true peace, rest, and happiness. God also blessed us to enjoy Him (Genesis 1:28). But when sin entered the world, it brought death to all: “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins” (Ephesians 2:1). Separated from God and living under the power of the devil, humanity came under a permanent curse (Acts 10:38).

Yet, compelled by His unfathomable love, God sent His one and only Son: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). Jesus came as the True King to destroy the works of the devil. He came as the True Priest to break the curse that bound us. He came as the True Prophet to rescue us from the shadow of hell.

Jesus did not have to come—but He did, out of infinite love. He did not have to die—but He did, because it was the only way to change our eternal destiny. He rose from the dead, crushing the power of death, hell, and Satan once for all. Though we didn’t deserve His mercy, God poured out His grace. On the cross, Jesus dealt with every problem—past, present, and future.

God loves you more than you can imagine. He longs to give you the blessing of salvation—the only way to be with Him: “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). When you sincerely believe and receive Jesus as the Christ, He gives you the authority to become a child of God.

Jesus is standing at the door and knocking. If you hear His voice and open the door, He will come in and eat with you, and you with Him. He will enter your life and dwell with you forever. When He comes, He will set you free from the background of hell and bring you into His kingdom (Colossians 1:13). He will give you the right to come boldly before God’s throne to receive mercy and find grace (Hebrews 4:16).

You will begin a new life with Christ. As a sign of His love and reconciliation, He will dine with you as an intimate and faithful friend. You and Jesus will feast together each day, enjoying the abundance of His kingdom. God will prepare a table before your enemy, the devil (Psalm 23:5).

What does it mean for Christ to be with you? It is not merely accepting His teachings or admiring His life. It is a new spiritual birth: “Jesus answered, ‘Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit’” (John 3:5). When you open your heart and invite Jesus as your King, the Holy Spirit will come upon you (John 14:16–17, 26). Not only that, but you will also be empowered by the Holy Spirit (Acts 1:8). When you are filled with the Spirit’s power, you will overcome your weaknesses, the world, and Satan. God will open doors in your life so that you may stand as a witness of Christ.

The moment you believe that Jesus is the Christ—the Anointed One—God will give you an anointing from the Holy One, and you will know the truth (1 John 2:20). Just as Jesus was anointed as the True King, you will be anointed with the authority of a king to demolish Satan’s strongholds where people are trapped. Just as Jesus was anointed as the True Priest, you will receive the priestly anointing to break the curses and disasters brought on by sin. Just as Jesus was anointed as the True Prophet, you will receive the prophetic anointing to proclaim the goodness of God and lead people out of darkness into His wonderful light.

Scripture confirms these incredible blessings: “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light” (1 Peter 2:9). So hold firmly to the promise of God. When the Holy Spirit comes, He will lead you, sanctify you, and guide you by the Word (John 14:26–27). The Word of God is living and active, able to heal your soul, spirit, heart, mind, and even your body (Hebrews 4:12).

The Word of God will revive your soul (Psalm 119:25). When you confess your sins, the Holy Spirit will guide you in the way of righteousness (Psalm 66:18; Galatians 5:16–18). As you live for God, seeking His kingdom and His righteousness, you will see His power at work in your life.

Remember, Satan will try to hinder you from experiencing the blessings God has prepared for you. He will use fear, doubt, and temptation to pull you away from God’s truth. But you don’t need to be afraid—stand firm and resist him in the name of Jesus, and he will flee from you. The power of Christ is greater than any scheme of the enemy (James 4:7).

Begin a new life with God now by inviting Jesus the Christ into your heart. Make Him Lord of your life, and He will lead you into blessings greater than you have ever imagined.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for inviting me into life with You. I now open my heart to receive Your Son Jesus as my Savior and Lord. Thank You for being with me through Your Spirit. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Psalm 53:1-3.

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A life without God is no life at all. Anyone who continues to live without knowing God inevitably lives under the power of the devil, as Scripture says, “You belong to your father, the devil” (John 8:44). From the beginning, the devil has deceived humanity with false promises of happiness, hope, and a future.

People, caught in the devil’s traps and shaped by his patterns, end up living to fulfill his desires. Unknowingly, they become instruments of his will. They do not realize that the devil’s only intent is to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). Nothing anyone possesses or does can change their spiritual identity or eternal destiny on their own.

As a result, they neither worship God nor give Him thanks. Their thinking becomes futile, and their hearts dark and confused. Claiming to be wise, they become fools (Psalm 53:1). Instead of worshiping the glorious, ever-living God, they turn to idols—images resembling people, birds, animals, and reptiles (Romans 1:21–23). Though God gave them authority to rule over creation, they have turned to worship what was meant to be ruled.

To fill their inner void—formlessness, emptiness, and darkness—they pursue idols of money, pleasure, and success, chasing after the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life (1 John 2:16). Even relationships are distorted: people begin to idolize others instead of truly loving them.

What they don’t realize is that these things are offered to demons, not to God. By engaging in idolatry, they become participants with demons (1 Corinthians 10:20), ultimately worshiping the devil himself (Matthew 4:8–9). Idolatry inevitably brings disaster, obsession, insecurity, and fear. That’s why God warns repeatedly against it (Exodus 20:3–5).

A life without God is weary, burdened, and restless. Nothing feels light or easy. People spend their entire lives trapped in the systems the devil has established (Acts 13, 16, 19). Along the way, they experience broken hearts and wounded minds, resulting in twisted personalities. Their lives become consumed by worldly obsessions and toxic thoughts—loneliness, sorrow, hatred, resentment, despair, and defeat.

These obsessions often lead to addiction, which ultimately controls the mind and results in various mental illnesses such as depression, suicidal thoughts, and panic disorders. Studies show that such mental afflictions are widespread, especially in developed nations like Japan, the United States, and throughout Europe. But modern science and medicine, while able to bring external changes, cannot address the spiritual root of these issues. Psychology and counseling fall short of providing a fundamental solution.

Spiritual, emotional, and mental problems often manifest as physical illness. Because of original sin, humanity is subject to all kinds of suffering and disease (Genesis 3:16–19). Living under Satan’s power leads to mysterious and unexplainable illnesses (Acts 8:4–8). Furthermore, the sins of parents can affect their children for generations (Exodus 20:4–5; 2 Samuel 12:15), and personal sins can bring serious illnesses as well (2 Kings 5:27; 2 Chronicles 21:12–19; 1 Corinthians 5:5).

These afflictions cannot be fully healed by conventional medicine. Though treatment may ease symptoms temporarily, the root cause remains. Some diseases are directly caused by Satan (Matthew 12:25–28; Mark 5:2–15; Mark 9:17; Luke 13:16; Ephesians 4:23–27). Thus, treatments—whether relying solely on medical procedures, religious rituals, or superstitions—can often worsen the condition (Matthew 12:43-45).

A life apart from God is to experience a foretaste of hell. Scripture makes it clear that hell is real. Jesus spoke of it often. Hell is a place prepared for the devil and his angels (Matthew 25:41), a lake of fire and burning sulfur (Revelation 21:8). Anyone whose name is not found in the Book of Life will be thrown into it (Revelation 20:15), where there is unending torment (Revelation 20:10).

Most terrifying of all, hell is a place where God’s grace and mercy no longer reach (Luke 16:24–26). Redemption is no longer possible, and no one can escape eternal judgment. From Adam’s time, all people have been born into this background of hell and are destined for it: “Just as each person is destined to die once and after that comes judgment” (Hebrews 9:27).

Those who live without God spend their lives as children of the devil, trapped under the power of sin, death, and Satan. Spiritually, mentally, and physically, they suffer endlessly and are on a path toward eternal fire.

But the problem doesn’t end there. Scripture affirms that disasters and curses are passed down to future generations (Exodus 20:3–6). Spiritual inheritance is real. Parents who live under the devil’s power inevitably pass down the same struggles—if not worse—to their children. Their spiritual DNA, as well as their physical DNA, is inherited. Despite their best efforts to provide for their children, every spiritual, mental, and physical problem they carried will eventually surface in the next generation. This is a sobering spiritual reality.

Jesus Himself spoke of this: “You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out your father’s desires…” (John 8:44). Every generation ends up deceived, trapped in Satan’s systems, and compelled to fulfill his will.

But thanks be to God, who sent His Son, Jesus, as the Christ! Jesus completed the work of the True King, setting us free from the power of Satan. He finished the work of the True Priest, removing all curses and disasters through His blood. He fulfilled the mission of the True Prophet, delivering us from the background of hell and opening a new and living way to God.

So hold fast to God’s covenant of the “offspring of the woman” (Genesis 3:15). Build the ark for yourself and others (Genesis 6:18). Sprinkle the blood of the Lamb over your life and those entrusted to your care (Exodus 3:18).

Live in the joy of Immanuel (Isaiah 7:14) and the full truth that Jesus is the Christ (Matthew 16:16). Let God’s Word dwell deeply in your spirit, soul, mind, and body (Deuteronomy 6:4–9), and let it bring true healing. You will rise as a thousand and a mighty nation to shine the light of the gospel to all nations (Isaiah 60:22).

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for saving me from a life without knowing You. Because of Christ Jesus who lives in me, I now have a new life in You. Fill me with Your Spirit, that I may bring the power of the gospel to those still living without You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Romans 3:23. For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.

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Why do people struggle with their problems their entire lives, despite what they possess or have achieved? It’s because they focus only on their problems—yet Scripture emphasizes something entirely different. People chase after worldly blessings, but the Bible tells us to be a blessed person first. This fundamental blessing must come before anything else—whether money, fame, knowledge, or health. If we possess all these things without first becoming a blessed person, we will be controlled by them and eventually perish with them.

So, what is this blessing, and who are the blessed? The blessing begins with the fear of the Lord: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7). That is why the most blessed people are those who read the Word of God, listen to it, and live according to what is written (Revelation 1:3). Scripture also says there is a special blessing for those who die in the Lord (Revelation 14:13). That’s right—the greatest blessing of all is to live and die in the Lord.

The Bible wasn’t written simply to give us answers to our personal problems. It was written to resolve the root of all problems—the fundamental problem. People suffer not because of a lack of money or health, but because they don’t know the true problem. And what is the fundamental problem? It is sin: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23).

Original sin is the root of every problem, and the sins of our ancestors and our own actual sins are merely its consequences. Yet, without recognizing original sin, people turn to morality and ethics to deal with the symptoms, never addressing the root.

Remember the Pharisees? They were obsessed with arguing right and wrong, boasting about their religious deeds, and judging others. But they missed the point: their fundamental sin had to be resolved first.

So, what is original sin? It is the separation from God. All have gone astray and are born spiritually dead (Ephesians 2:1), living under the power of the devil (Acts 10:38). Unbelievers belong to the devil; Scripture calls them children of “the father of lies” (John 8:44). If only people knew Jesus—the One who destroyed the power of sin and Satan—they could be set free forever.

What do unbelievers truly need? Scripture says, “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins” (Ephesians 2:1). Their reality is death. What can a dead person do? What good are their possessions? Nothing. What they need is life. If only they knew Jesus, who came to give life, they would have eternal life, escape condemnation, and cross over from death to life (John 5:24). This is why it’s urgent to bring the life-giving gospel to a dying world.

Since unbelievers are trapped in the ways of this world and under the power of the devil, they must receive and believe in Jesus as the Christ, Lord, and Savior. Only then can they be set free from the path of destruction. That is the only way to resolve the consequence of sin, which is death (Romans 6:23). Only then can they escape eternal judgment in hell (Revelation 14:9–11). God would never lose them. Nothing could separate them from His love in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:31–39). This is why we must keep proclaiming the gospel.

God is sending you into your mission field today. You have been entrusted with the mystery of the gospel hidden for ages. First, experience the blessing of Christ, the kingdom of God, and the filling of the Holy Spirit. Make Christ the center of your life. Follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. Draw your strength not from yourself, but from above. It is God’s plan for His kingdom to be established wherever you go. Every person you encounter today is part of that plan. Bring them life and hope in Christ. Encourage them. Pray for them. Serve them as if you were serving Christ.

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Prayer. Lord, I thank You for the solution to the problem of all problems—Jesus Christ, Your Son. Help me carry out the message of life and hope to those who are lifeless and hopeless. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

1. The Problem of Genesis 3:
   After the original sin—when man, created as a spiritual being in God’s image with personality and free will, was deceived by the spiritual being of darkness called Satan and broke the covenant with God—humanity fell into a state of misery that cannot be solved by human effort. From that point on, mankind became separated from God and incapable of saving itself.
2. The Problem of Genesis 6:
   The age of Noah was an era completely overtaken by Satan. Despite God’s warning of judgment through the flood, people devoted themselves to eating, drinking, pleasure, and moral decay. In that era, people did anything for the sake of money, pleasure, or personal comfort—even abandoning family. Humanity has continued to push itself toward destruction in this way.
3. The Problem of Genesis 11:
   Both individuals and nations lie and even deny history for the sake of personal gain and success. Conscience has become an obstacle to success, and human reason has become paralyzed before the tower of Babel that is worldly success. Many people say that money solves everything. But for those who cannot control money, it becomes merely a channel of curse—as seen in the lives of lottery winners around the world.
4. The Problem of Acts 13:
   Today, many religions claim that people can become divine on their own and block the way to meeting the true God. Like the sorcerer Elymas in Acts 13, who tried to prevent the governor from hearing and believing the Word of God, people around the world are still opposing and cursing God in various forms.
5. The Problem of Acts 16:
   Even in this era of advanced science, the number of shamans possessed by evil spirits is increasing. The occult culture disguised under the name of “culture”—such as divination valleys, fortune-telling cafés, and mystic shops—is creeping into every corner of society.
6. The Problem of Acts 19:
   Unresolved anxiety and emptiness in the human heart have driven people into idol worship. This obsession with overflowing idol culture is destroying individuals, families, and societies.
7. The Problem of John 8:44:
   It is not someone’s fault. There is a clear source behind all human suffering, but people are unaware of it—so disasters continue without explanation. Does Satan, the devil, or evil spirits really not exist?
8. The Problem of Exodus 20:4–5:
   Why are there so many religions in this world, and why are there so many enticing things that seem to bring peace to people? Could it be because humanity is living in constant anxiety and wandering?
9. The Problem of Matthew 11:28:
   People say they are well-fed and comfortable, yet they are not at peace. Mental health issues—depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorders—are increasing day by day. What can we do about this?
10. The Problem of Acts 8:4–8:
    Hospitals are the most common buildings in cities. Despite advancements in science, medicine, and mental health, physical illnesses are spreading beyond what systems can manage.
11. The Problem of Luke 16:19–31:
    If heaven and hell don’t exist, that’s great news for unbelievers. But what if hell is real? What then becomes of my life? What is this unease about the future and life after death trying to tell us?
12. The Problem of Matthew 27:25:
    Why are curses and diseases passed down through generations? Can we simply dismiss it as coincidence or genetics? If such misfortunes are inherited by our children, what must we do?

Psalm 14:1. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God. “They are corrupt, their deeds are vile; there is no one who does good.

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Because we live in the body, we often fail to experience God in tangible ways. As a result, we sometimes doubt Him and fall into unbelief. Yet Scripture reminds us that true faith is not based on what is seen, but on what is unseen: “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see” (Hebrews 11:1).

This does not mean that the visible is unnecessary, but rather that the unseen holds far greater importance. Still, many people declare, “There is no God.”

Jesus told a parable about such a person—the rich man in Luke 16:19–31. God had given him wealth, health, and countless opportunities, yet there was no place for God in his life. He wore the finest clothes and lived in luxury every day, but he lacked true happiness.

Despite hosting grand parties and being surrounded by people, he had no real peace, no true friendships, and no lasting joy. He also lacked purpose. Without it, he lived with no hope for the future and no awareness of eternity. Though materially rich, he was spiritually destitute.

In contrast, Jesus described Lazarus, a poor man covered in sores who begged for scraps beneath the rich man’s table. Yet when he died, he was carried to heaven. The rich man also died and was buried—and found himself in torment in hell.

What was the point of Jesus’ parable?

Many misunderstand it to mean that suffering like Lazarus leads to heaven and living in wealth like the rich man leads to hell. But that is not the message Jesus intended. The truth is this: anyone who has life in Christ—even someone like Lazarus—will spend eternity in heaven. But anyone without Christ—even if they have everything the world can offer—will end up in eternal separation from God.

Jesus also emphasized the reality of hell—a place where the grace and mercy of God are no longer available. Even a drop of water was denied to the rich man. Why? Because in his life, he rejected the need for God’s grace and mercy. He chose a life apart from God, and so he received eternity without Him.

Many today live in this same condition—achieving much, possessing much, but living without God. In God’s eyes, everything they do is ultimately evil because it is disconnected from Him.

Scripture reveals that all people are born into three fundamental problems: the power of Satan (Revelation 12:9), the curse of sin (Romans 3:23), and separation from God (Ephesians 2:1). Their entire lives are spent in the devil’s traps: self-reliance and pride (Genesis 3:5), worldly pleasure (Genesis 6:1–8), and the pursuit of personal glory (Genesis 11:1–9).

They remain confined in frameworks shaped by darkness—false religious systems (Acts 13:4–12), culturally embedded demonic influence (Acts 16:16–24), and deeply rooted idolatry (Acts 19:8–41). That’s why every person is bound to live as a child of the devil (John 8:44), trapped in idol worship (Exodus 20:4–5), mental suffering (Matthew 11:28), physical affliction (Acts 8:4–8), eternal condemnation in hell (Luke 16:19–31), and generational curses (Matthew 27:25).

But by grace, God has given you the gift of faith in Christ. Through Him, you have eternal life (John 20:31). You have received the right to become a child of God (John 1:12). You have been saved from the dominion of Satan, sin, and hell (Romans 10:9–10).

From the moment you believed and received Jesus as the Christ, you began living as a citizen of heaven, even here on earth (Philippians 3:20). God has rescued you from the kingdom of darkness and brought you into the kingdom of His beloved Son (Colossians 1:13). You are God’s chosen people—a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His treasured possession (1 Peter 2:9).

The Holy Spirit now dwells in you, guiding and empowering your life. The powers of darkness cannot overcome you. God’s angels surround you. You have access to heaven’s resources through prayer. And you now live with a new direction and calling—to proclaim the gospel to all nations.

God is calling you to reach those who say in their hearts, “There is no God.” Take the gospel with you and show them who He is: the One who died for them, rose again, crushed the head of Satan, and made a way from hell to heaven.

To accomplish this heavenly mandate, Jesus promised the power of the Holy Spirit. Carry that calling with you in all you do today. This is the most fulfilling life one can live.

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Prayer. Father, I thank You for Your Spirit, who enables me to believe in You. Open my eyes to the spiritual reality of those who deny Your existence. Send me today to those who are perishing without knowing who You are. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Philippians 4:13. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

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Are you facing limitations in life? Hold on to the blood covenant of Jesus Christ, which has set you free from everything that has been imprinted within you. When God’s Word moves your heart, you can overcome the enemy by the word of your testimony (Revelation 12:11).

Are you feeling powerless? Receive the power that comes from above. On the day of Pentecost, just as Jesus had promised, the power of the Holy Spirit came like a mighty wind and tongues of fire (Acts 2:1–5). Ordinary people became extraordinary when they were touched by the power of God.

This world is full of lies, offering false hope, fleeting happiness, and temporary success. But when you come to know the power of the name of Jesus, you’ll see that its influence knows no bounds.

The name of Jesus transforms individuals, ideologies, and even nations. When you understand and proclaim His name, the mighty works of God will unfold wherever He sends you. The evidence of the gospel will spread like wildfire, eventually reaching every nation.

So, what is the true source of our strength? It is found in an intimate, living, and personal relationship with God. For David, this relationship was his source of strength: “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation. He is my stronghold, my refuge and my savior—from violent people you save me” (2 Samuel 22:2–3). The wisdom of God was the foundation of his leadership as king.

The central focus of Paul’s life was also his continual, personal fellowship with God through prayer: “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests” (Ephesians 6:18).

His ministry of the gospel was rooted in prayer: “God, whom I serve in my spirit in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times” (Romans 1:9–10). God is searching for those who will place Him first and delight in Him more than anything else.

But how do we enjoy fellowship with God? Through His Word (John 1:1). When we meditate on the Word, we are renewed—spirit, soul, heart, mind, and body. This was David’s secret: “Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long” (Psalm 119:97).

For Joshua, receiving, remembering, and meditating on the Word was of utmost importance: “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful” (Joshua 1:8).

Believers who do not meditate on the Word inevitably live powerless lives, because it is through the Word that our hearts are strengthened, our minds renewed, and our spirits sustained. The Word of God is not merely information—it is life itself. As Psalm 119:25 says, “Preserve my life according to your word.” Without the Word, we lack the spiritual vitality needed to overcome trials, discern God’s will, and walk in His power.

You have been given the most powerful name of all—“the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth” (Philippians 2:9–10).

Acknowledge the absolute power of Jesus in your life. Make Him the Lord of your life. Submit to Him and to His plans. Every door will open when you realize that the mystery of God and His power is hidden in the name of Jesus.

God wants you to experience His power—power that the world cannot understand. When God opens doors in your life, no one can shut them. That is why you can always rejoice, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18).

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Prayer. Father, You are my true source of strength. Your Word is all I need. Lead me by Your Spirit all the days of my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Psalm 103:1-5.

¹ Praise the Lord, my soul;
    all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
² Praise the Lord, my soul,
    and forget not all his benefits—
³ who forgives all your sins
    and heals all your diseases,
⁴ who redeems your life from the pit
    and crowns you with love and compassion,
⁵ who satisfies your desires with good things
    so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.

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All spiritual, mental, and physical afflictions often begin in the mind, where spirits of deception operate. Satan uses our minds as the stage for his schemes. When he attacks—often subtly and without our awareness—our thoughts can become distorted, overpowering, and obsessed, taking control of our minds and influencing our behavior. As a result, we may unknowingly quench the Holy Spirit and begin following the deception of evil spirits, which leads to failure, destruction, and separation from God.

Scripture gives clear examples of this. A lying spirit enticed Ahab into destruction (1 Kings 22:20–22). During the time of the judges, a spirit stirred up conflict between Abimelech and the leaders of Shechem, leading to revolt (Judges 9:23). In Ezekiel’s day, even prophets were deceived by a spirit of delusion (Ezekiel 14:9). These same spirits continue to tempt both believers and unbelievers, working constantly to lead people astray and destroy lives. Their activity is increasing and causing spiritual devastation all around us. So how can we guard our minds from the evil one?

First, we must not allow anger to consume us. The Scripture says,

“Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold” (Ephesians 4:25–27).

The devil is the father of lies and works through deception. He is also a thief and a destroyer who provokes anger in us. While it is natural to feel anger at times, lingering in anger gives the enemy an opening to invade and influence our lives. The only way to overcome anger is to renew our minds daily through God’s Word and prayer, relying on the power of the Holy Spirit.

Second, we must hold firmly to the truth. Scripture exposes the evil schemes of the devil trying to distort the truth:

“The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with how Satan works. He will use all sorts of displays of power through signs and wonders that serve the lie, and all the ways that wickedness deceives those who are perishing. They perish because they refused to love the truth and so be saved. For this reason, God sends them a powerful delusion so that they will believe the lie” (2 Thessalonians 2:9–11).

The only way to remain grounded in the truth is to meditate on God’s Word and continually bring it into focus through prayer. As we immerse ourselves in Scripture day and night, our spiritual discernment is sharpened, and our hearts are guarded against deception. God’s Word renews our minds, strengthens our faith, and gives us clarity to recognize and reject the enemy’s lies. When the Word of God takes root in us, we are anchored in Christ and not easily shaken by the pressures or falsehoods of the world.

Third, we must reject sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, as warned in Colossians 3:5. A lifestyle driven by the sinful nature eventually leads to destruction. Paul wrote, “Hand this man over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved on the day of the Lord” (1 Corinthians 5:5). If we continue to feed the flesh, the result is spiritual and physical ruin.

Above all, we must guard our thoughts carefully because our thoughts shape our lives. Proverbs 4:23 says, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” We guard our hearts and minds through the gospel in the Word of God. We cast all our worries on Him because He has already given us the ultimate solution in Christ (1 Peter 5:7). Armed with Christ, who destroyed the devil’s work (1 John 3:8), and clothed in the armor of God (Ephesians 6:11), we engage in spiritual warfare and stand against the enemy.

The most destructive weapon against the kingdom of darkness is the proclamation of the gospel. Paul said, “Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel” (Ephesians 6:19). God has given us the most powerful name—the name of Jesus. In His name, tie up the strong man (Matthew 12:29). When the enemy tries to deceive you, submit to God and His Word, and the devil will flee from you (James 4:7).

Whenever you feel resistance against the Word of God rising in your heart, know that the devil is attacking at full force. Do not be deceived. Stand up and launch a direct assault against the enemy in the name of Jesus, and you will see a decisive turning point in the battle.

Most of all, in moments of crisis, remember what God has done for you in Christ. As David wrote, “Praise the Lord, my soul… who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion” (Psalm 103:1–5). This is how we guard our minds in Christ Jesus.

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Prayer. Father, may Your peace guard my soul, all my inmost being, thoughts, mind, and body throughout the day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Acts 4:8-10. Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them: “Rulers and elders of the people! ⁹ If we are being called to account today for an act of kindness shown to a man who was lame and are being asked how he was healed, ¹⁰ then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed.

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There are countless diseases in the world today that cannot be cured by conventional medicine. The root cause of many of these conditions lies in the spiritual state of people living separated from God.

Unless a person receives life through faith in Jesus Christ, true healing from such diseases is impossible. Any attempt to find healing apart from Christ may offer temporary relief, but ultimately leads to a deeper and worse condition. That’s why spiritual healing must come first.

Spiritual healing comes only by faith: “And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven” (James 5:15).

The prayer of faith is the starting point of healing. When we pray with wholehearted trust in the power of God, His work of healing begins. Yet God works according to the measure of our faith.

Our faith must rest solely on Jesus the Christ. Bartimaeus had this kind of faith when he cried out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” (Mark 10:47). Though he was a blind beggar, he recognized Jesus as the Messiah, the one who had come through David’s lineage.

Bartimaeus’s prayer of faith restored his sight: “‘Go,’ said Jesus, ‘your faith has healed you.’ Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road” (Mark 10:52).

This is the kind of prayer that James describes: “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” (James 5:16). The righteous person is the one who believes that Jesus is the Christ. Holding firmly to His name is the ultimate path to true healing.

As Peter boldly testified before the rulers and elders in Jerusalem, healing comes through the power of the name of Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified and rose again: “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).

To hold onto His name, one must receive and believe in Jesus as the Christ: “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). For people to believe, we must proclaim the good news that Jesus is the Christ. Through the proclamation of the gospel, they will hear and see its evidence.

That’s exactly what Philip did in Samaria: “Philip went down to a city in Samaria and proclaimed the Christ there. When the crowds heard Philip and saw the signs he performed, they all paid close attention to what he said. For with shrieks, impure spirits came out of many, and many who were paralyzed or lame were healed. So there was great joy in that city” (Acts 8:5–8).

When the people of Samaria received and believed in Jesus as the Christ, they were set free from deep-rooted spiritual problems. This led to physical healing from many kinds of diseases.

The power of Jesus is far greater than that of evil spirits. Even Simon the sorcerer surrendered his life to Christ after hearing and seeing the gospel preached by Philip: “Simon himself believed and was baptized. And he followed Philip everywhere, astonished by the great signs and miracles he saw” (Acts 8:13).

The incredible power of Christ will inevitably appear when one receives and believes that Jesus is the Christ. Wherever the name of Jesus is proclaimed, there will be freedom: “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him” (Acts 10:38).

The moment a person believes that Jesus is the Christ, the Holy Spirit begins to dwell in them, bringing freedom from demonic power and healing from spiritual disease.

But how does this transformation happen? It begins with a permanent change in identity: “Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is” (1 John 3:2).

When you believed, your identity was changed—from a child of the devil to a child of the Most High God. God adopted you into His family. You received the Spirit that confirms you are God’s chosen child. The Holy Spirit testifies with your spirit that you are indeed a child of God (Romans 8:15–16).

God also transformed the state of your heart and mind—from a slave to sin to a servant of righteousness. Once, sin ruled over you. But through Christ, you have been set free from the power of sin and have become a slave to righteousness (Romans 6:17–18). Now that you belong to God, live your life for Him alone (Romans 6:22).

God has invited you to live the life He intended for you—a Spirit-led life. Once, you followed the ways of this world, ruled by the powers of the air (Ephesians 2:2). But now, you are a new creation in Christ. Be led by the Spirit, for you are no longer under law (Galatians 5:18). The Spirit will lead you to places you never imagined—even to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8).

Do not let sin reign over you any longer. You have been completely set free from the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2). On the cross, Christ paid in full for every sin: original sin, ancestral sin, and your own personal sins.

The accuser, Satan, no longer has any power over you. You are no longer indebted to your former master and father. Your sinful nature and weaknesses were nailed to the cross and are covered by the blood of Christ.

You have been given authority over the forces of darkness and over every disease. Your spiritual and physical afflictions are now opportunities to witness the power of God.

This is the day of God’s salvation. This is the time to be filled with the Holy Spirit.

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Prayer. Father, open my eyes to see the things that come from Your Spirit. Help me understand the true changes that have taken place in me since Jesus came into my life. Strengthen my faith, and help my unbelief. In Jesus’ name, Amen.