Word@Work 011 - Mark 1:23-27
Published: Mon, 11/26/07
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Read Mark 1:23-27 Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an evil spirit cried out, "What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? We know who you are the Holy One of God!" "Be quiet!" said Jesus sternly. "Come out of him!" The evil spirit shook the man violently and came out of him with a shriek. The people were all so amazed that they asked each other, "What is this? A new teaching - and with authority! He even gives orders to evil spirits and they obey him." (NIV)
Although natural science insists that demons do not exist, Jesus had no such problem. When evil spirits spoke through the commandeered mouths of their victims, Jesus heard them, spoke back to them and they obeyed His orders.
Even though the people might have wondered who Jesus was, the angels of Satan were fully aware that His task was to destroy their kingdom.
Interestingly, their 'confession of faith' was insightful and fearful, but was certainly not mixed with repentance. It is therefore a sobering possibility that someone may know about Jesus and even shout out the facts of the gospel but not be 'on side' with the Lord (Matthew 7:21-23).
This exorcism was no illusion; the crowd recognised that if Jesus had power even over the demons then His words must carry awesome weight. Which they do!
Whatever the opposition, it is good to be reminded that even Satan cannot win against Jesus and His gospel. Evil may win a battle or two but Satan knows he cannot win the war. So why should we be afraid?
Prayer:: Mighty God, thank You that you have all power and all authority. Help me to submit to Your authority today and to 'hide in You' as I say what is true in Jesus Name, Amen.
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
Although natural science insists that demons do not exist, Jesus had no such problem. When evil spirits spoke through the commandeered mouths of their victims, Jesus heard them, spoke back to them and they obeyed His orders.
Even though the people might have wondered who Jesus was, the angels of Satan were fully aware that His task was to destroy their kingdom.
Interestingly, their 'confession of faith' was insightful and fearful, but was certainly not mixed with repentance. It is therefore a sobering possibility that someone may know about Jesus and even shout out the facts of the gospel but not be 'on side' with the Lord (Matthew 7:21-23).
This exorcism was no illusion; the crowd recognised that if Jesus had power even over the demons then His words must carry awesome weight. Which they do!
Whatever the opposition, it is good to be reminded that even Satan cannot win against Jesus and His gospel. Evil may win a battle or two but Satan knows he cannot win the war. So why should we be afraid?
Prayer:: Mighty God, thank You that you have all power and all authority. Help me to submit to Your authority today and to 'hide in You' as I say what is true in Jesus Name, Amen.
You can read more of this Bible passage online - in English and other languages - share the Bible with your friends!
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