Called to Confront Darkness

We are living in a time when culture is shifting, and the Church must recognize the importance of holiness, repentance, and spiritual awakening. We cannot afford to become passive or comfortable while the world around us moves further away from God’s Word. We have been called to make a difference, demonstrate the Kingdom of God, and stand firm in the truth.

But understanding the times also means understanding what we are up against.

The great news is that Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil.

Throughout His ministry, Jesus demonstrated authority over the unseen realm. In Luke 11, He explains that if He casts out demons by the finger of God, then the Kingdom of God has come upon them. When Jesus showed up, darkness had to respond to His authority. He wasn’t intimidated by the enemy, and He didn’t have to prove who He was. He was the King, and all authority belonged to Him.

But here’s something we need to understand: Jesus didn’t just demonstrate this authority Himself. He gave authority to His disciples.

In Luke 10, Jesus appointed seventy others and sent them out. When they returned, they were rejoicing because even the demons were subject to them in His name. Jesus told them He had given them authority over all the power of the enemy.

Think about that. Jesus commissioned them to go out, preach the Kingdom, heal the sick, and set people free. They weren’t operating in their own strength. They were operating in the authority He had given them.

We see this same pattern throughout the book of Acts. The early Church didn’t just gather together and talk about the power of God. They demonstrated it. People were healed, demons were cast out, and entire communities were impacted by the Gospel. They understood that the Holy Spirit had empowered them to continue the work Jesus had started.

And the Church today is not called to operate any differently.

You have to understand that the devil is not too strong for you. You don’t have to live intimidated, afraid, or defeated. Ephesians 1 reminds us of the exceeding greatness of God’s power toward those who believe. The same power that raised Christ from the dead is at work in us!

Does that mean everyone will always be healed or that we will never face persecution? No. The book of Acts makes it clear that the early Church faced tremendous opposition. But they continued to walk in faith, boldness, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Jesus didn’t call you to simply believe in Him and sit on the sidelines. He called you to be an overcomer. He has given you His Spirit, His Word, and everything you need to fulfill the assignment He has placed on your life.

In John 20:21, Jesus said, “As the Father has sent Me, I also send you.”

That’s our commission. We are called to carry the Kingdom of God into our homes, workplaces, and communities. It’s time to recognize what we’re up against, understand the authority Jesus has given us, and stop living beneath what He has called us to walk in.

The Church was never meant to operate without His power. It’s time to walk in it.