"He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by his victory over them on the cross."
Colossians 2:14–15
"The cross of Jesus is the sole basis for our forgiveness of sin and right standing before God. But the cross is not just for us. The cross also vindicated God before the evil rulers and authorities in the unseen realm, and disarms their power. Jesus' sacrifice made a difference in the cosmic plane. It changed the very fabric of all parts of reality, those we understand and those we do not, those things we can see and especially those we cannot. We really do have victory! Live in the truth of this."
—Diane Eble, author of Abundant Gifts: A Daybook of Grace-Filled Devotions
What a powerful message for today...on the cross Jesus Christ CANCELED the charges against us! The slate was wiped clean! When Christ died on that cross, He did far more than cancel our sins...He disarmed ALL spiritual authorities and rulers! His death on the cross WAS NOT a defeat, but a VICTORY felt in both the physical and spiritual realms. Christ's death put the enemy to shame...for Jesus paid the price for sin. Can you imagine the look of shock and confusion on Satan's face when, on the third day, Jesus got up, folded his shroud, and walked out of that tomb ALIVE? That's a MAJOR DEFEAT to Satan and his team! And all who seek forgiveness and call on His Name share in this VICTORY!
Don't live a defeated life! Call on Christ! Claim that forgiveness! Live it! Celebrate in the VICTORY of salvation...not for your own sake, but for the GLORY of GOD! And whenever the enemy tries to tear you down...remind him of who has already won!
Grace and peace!
In His Love, Cathy
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