If you’ve ever wondered why life can seem so confusing at times, why good things often go wrong and why truth sometimes feels like an illusion, then this message is for you.
Jesus spoke of an unseen world that influences our visible world, bringing lies and deception that aim to disrupt and destroy. A world where truth is twisted just enough to lead us astray. A world ruled by an illusionist called the devil. But there is hope.
- Jesus believed in a literal devil that uses deception, lies and half-truths to discourage, disrupt and destroy. His ultimate goal is to ruin human life.
- The devil’s strategy is to distort the truth and twist good things like desires and appetites to lead people astray. His mission is the destruction of what God loves.
- According to Jesus, our struggle is not against “flesh and blood” but against spiritual forces and the rulers of the darkness of this world. The invisible world influences the visible world.
- To combat the devil’s schemes, we need to apply the full armor of God and equip ourselves with truth. Sanctifying ourselves with God’s truth allows us to discern what is real and what are illusions.
- While there are gaps in understanding, we can still embrace what Jesus taught about the invisible world and the devil. Even with questions, focusing on Jesus as the truth and allowing him to guide and protect us is important.
The truth is, we live in a world at war. A world where illusions threaten to pull us from reality. But there is One who came to bring truth and life – Jesus Christ. When others deceive, he reveals. When darkness surrounds, he is the light. And when the battle rages fiercest, he protects.
So today, resolve to know the truth that comes through Jesus. Let his truth sanctify you and guide you. For when you walk in his light, the illusions lose their power over you. When you stand firm in his truth, the lies crumble at your feet. And when you follow Jesus, the way, the truth and the life, you discover a reality that sets you truly free.