Galatians 2:20. 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.
As the True Priest, Jesus broke the curse of your past on the cross: “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins” (Ephesians 2:1). No matter how dark your past may be, it no longer defines you. Through His sacrifice, you have been completely set free. You no longer need to live within the old frame of sin, failure, or the deception of the devil.
The moment you believed in Christ, God gave you the right to become His child (John 1:12). You are no longer bound to follow the ways of the world, nor are you a slave to its hollow patterns (Ephesians 2:2). When you enthrone Jesus as your King, When you enthrone Jesus as your King, the devil loses his grip over your life, and the world can no longer overcome you.
You do not have to live in fear, anxiety, or uncertainty (Ephesians 2:3). The problems of the present time will no longer control you. Instead, you will uncover God’s plans within them. Therefore, crucify your old nature—your fears, worries, selfish ambitions, and hidden pride. As long as these things remain alive in you, they will only invite trouble and unrest, giving the devil room to build houses within you (Matthew 12:43-45) and establish strongholds in your mind and heart (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). They are not worth holding onto.
Boldly break free from them in Jesus’ name! Change the bartizan of darkness to the bartizan of the throne of the Triune God! When you deny yourself and follow Christ, God’s power will be revealed in your life. His grace will cover your weaknesses, and His authority will flow through you and be revealed in your life.
In everything you do, honor God: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). A life of thanksgiving is the clearest expression of honoring God. True thanksgiving acknowledges God’s sovereignty over every situation, both good and bad. Whatever you do with a grateful heart pleases God and aligns you with His heavenly purpose.
When you discover that everything you need is in Christ, your perspective will change completely. Like Paul, you will realize that the things you once considered valuable are rubbish compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ (Philippians 3:7-8). Paul encountered the risen Lord on the road to Damascus, and from that moment on, he lived under the background of heaven, fully experiencing the power and spiritual authority that comes from above.
Your life is now hidden and secure in Christ, who died and rose again for you. The spiritual blessings God has prepared for you are already yours through Christ. Jesus has completely destroyed the power of Satan, who once drove you toward eternal destruction. You now belong to God’s family. He has given you hope, a future, and an eternal inheritance.
The salvation you possess is not a vague promise—it is the very kingdom of God itself. Do not be shaken by the temporary things you see. Fix your thoughts on the things above. Seek first God’s kingdom and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33), and everything else will be added to you.
Do not let your heart remain in the worries of this world. Discover God’s unique plan in your present circumstances. Restore the heavenly blessings that have been hidden or lost because of fear or distraction. May God open your spiritual eyes to see the reality of heaven here and now. Walk confidently as His child, His witness, and His ambassador.
Prayer. Father, I thank You for making me alive with Christ and raising me into the heavenly realm. Remind me daily of my true authority, identity, and background in every circumstance of my life. Help me to see beyond what is visible, to discover Your plans, and to restore the blessings of heaven wherever You send me. Let Your kingdom come and Your will be done through me today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.