Breakthrough ~ Red Rocks Worship
But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through
our Lord Jesus Christ. ~ 1 Corinthians 15:57 NIV
Your victory is dependent upon your struggle or need. If
the need is freedom from some type of slavery, then victory means liberation,
being rescued. If your struggle is using overeating or overspending to
compensate for your brokenness, using them as coping mechanisms, then your
victory might look like healthy spending and eating habits. If your bondage is
medical, then your victory might look like a clear scan or good doctor's
report.
We all have battles and struggles. Jesus told us that we
would have trouble: pressure, oppression, affliction, tribulation, and
distress. But He gave us hope, saying, "Take heart! I have overcome the
world! For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this
victory through our faith. And who can win this battle against the world? Only
those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God, (John 16:33; 1 John 5:4-5 NLT).
Perhaps it feels strange to talk about battles so closely
to Christmas. The truth is, the enemy is relentless in his attacks, stopping at
and for nothing to destroy your life. He will use everything to his advantage,
especially the celebration of Christ's birth. Unfortunately, many people fall
into despair during the holidays, believing the lie that they are alone, or
worthless, having failed to achieve some goal.
God is mightier than any lie. YOU ARE WORTHY because He made
you worthy. You are His and He paid the ultimate price for you, His beloved.
Today, believe that you have the victory in Christ Jesus!
He gave you the victory--over sin, over sickness, over addiction, over bondage
and brokenness, over depression and anxiety, and over every single lie the
enemy has poured on you. It's time to stand up in victory! Let today be the day
you begin claiming the victory that is yours in Christ Jesus, our Lord.
©Heather Potts 2019
