Luke 10:18-20 You have authority, you are a citizen of heaven

Good morning everyone! God is good all the time, all the time God is good!

It is easy to jump on band wagons or give credit where credit is not due. You know, why did GOD let this happen? Or satan is attacking me because....... Let's go back to Jesus

Luke 10:18-20 Jesus said, "Yes, I saw satan fall from heaven like lightning! Look, I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you can walk among snakes and scorpions and crush them. Nothing will injure you. But don't rejoice because evil spirits obey you, rejoice because your names are registered in heaven."

Wow! no, W O W ! The disciples has seen tremendous results as they ministered in Jesus' name and with his authority. They were elated by the victories they had witnessed, and Jesus shared their enthusiasm. He helped them get their priorities right, by reminding them of their most important victory---that their names were registered in heaven. This honor was more important than any of their accomplishments. As we see God's wonders at work in and through us, we should not lose sight of the greatest wonder of all- our heavenly citizenship.

Jesus is also warning us against pride. Satan's pride led to all the evil we see on earth today. In Isaiah 13:12-17 talks about satan falling from heaven but we, the disciples of Jesus, have power over evil spirits (snakes and scorpions). But we need to be careful, humble, yet forthright in our walk for the LORD. Go forth, claiming the victory in Jesus' name, remembering it is Jesus who gave you victory, speak with authority over evil. Remember, you are only an American for a short season, but you are a citizen of heaven forever. Love you all.

In Christ's Love and Grace

Johnny