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Fight The Devil - Message 5: Victory in Christ
Episode 666th October 2024 • The Message with NJ • Njabulo James
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Victory is already yours in Christ, and in this final message of our series, we explore how to live from that victory rather than striving for it. Jesus has decisively defeated the powers of darkness, as highlighted in Colossians 2:15, and by His blood and our testimonies, we are empowered to resist the enemy. It is crucial to stand firm in the truth of our victory, reminding ourselves daily that we are not fighting for triumph but from it. Through enduring faith, we can reject the lies of the enemy and confidently claim the promises that God has secured for us. Join us as we delve into practical ways to walk in the victory that is already ours and reinforce our faith against spiritual attacks.

Message 5: Victory in Christ

Summary:

In the final message of this series, we focus on the victory we already have in Christ. Jesus has won the war, and we are fighting from a place of victory, not for victory. Through His death and resurrection, we have overcome the enemy. Now, we must stand firm in that victory.


Key Points:


• Jesus has already defeated the powers of darkness (Colossians 2:15).

• We overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony (Revelation 12:11).

• Our job is to stand firm and claim the victory that is already ours.


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The victory is yours—are you walking in it? Don’t let the enemy convince you otherwise. Claim your victory today, and continue to stand firm. Subscribe to the podcast to learn how to walk in your victory every day.


By following this series, you’ll gain the insights and tools needed to overcome spiritual warfare and claim the victory that is already yours in Christ. Share the podcast with friends and family, and subscribe for ongoing messages to strengthen your faith!



The final message in this series emphasizes the profound reality of victory that believers possess through Christ. The speaker articulates that the war against spiritual forces has already been won by Jesus through His death and resurrection, thus positioning followers not as those striving for victory but as those standing firmly in the victory that has already been secured. Drawing on scriptural references such as Colossians 2:15, the message highlights that Jesus has disarmed the powers and authorities of darkness, leaving the enemy ultimately defeated. This assurance of victory calls for believers to embrace their identity as more than conquerors, reminding them that their role is to stand firm against the enemy's schemes, relying on the truth of God's word and the power of their testimony. The speaker urges listeners to actively declare their victory in Christ, reinforcing their faith and weakening the enemy's grip through the testimony of God's faithfulness in their lives.


The episode further explores the concept of living out this victory in daily life, emphasizing the importance of endurance in spiritual warfare. The speaker reassures listeners that while spiritual battles may be ongoing, they are not futile endeavors; rather, they are opportunities to demonstrate faith and trust in God's promises. With practical applications, the message encourages believers to claim their victories daily, share their testimonies, and endure with confidence, knowing that the outcome is guaranteed. The call to action is clear: believers are invited to walk confidently in the triumph that Jesus has already secured for them, refusing to be swayed by fear or doubt, and to engage in the spiritual battle with the assurance that they are fighting from a place of victory.


In summary, this message encapsulates the essence of Christian victory, urging listeners to recognize their position in Christ as victors rather than victims. The speaker emphasizes the power of Jesus’ sacrifice and the importance of standing firm in faith, which are crucial for overcoming the challenges posed by the enemy. The episode serves as a powerful reminder of the hope and assurance found in the gospel, inviting listeners to embrace their identity as victorious children of God.

Takeaways:

  • Jesus has already secured our victory through His death and resurrection, so we must live in that truth.
  • As believers, we are called to stand firm in the victory Christ has accomplished, not strive for it.
  • The blood of the Lamb and our testimonies empower us to resist the enemy effectively.
  • Spiritual warfare is ongoing; however, our confidence lies in the certainty of our victory.
  • We need to continually declare our victory in Christ to weaken the enemy's influence over us.
  • Enduring in faith is essential; knowing that the battle has already been won strengthens our resolve.

Transcripts

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But thanks be to God, he gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

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One Corinthians,:

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And today in this message, we come to the final and most powerful truth.

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We fight from a place of victory.

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Though the battle is fierce, we are not striving for victory.

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It has already been won through the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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In this final message, we will focus on how to live in that victory, apply it daily, and remain steadfast in the face of ongoing attacks.

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Welcome back to the podcast brothers and sisters, where we inspire faith and empower lives through the gospel Jesus Christ imagine a general standing before his army, confident and triumphant.

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The battle has already been won by a surprise strike, but his soldiers are unaware.

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As they prepare to march into enemy territory, the general gives them this instruction.

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You don't need to fight for victory, you only need to stand in it.

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The war is over.

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The enemy has been defeated.

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Now walk in the victory that has been secured for you.

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In the same way, brothers and sisters, as believers, we are not fighting a battle to win victory over the devil.

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Jesus has already won that war.

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Our responsibility is to stand in that victory, resist the devils schemes and trust in the finished work of Christ.

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This final message in the series will teach us how to walk in the victory we have through Christ and how to apply it in our daily spiritual battles.

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The first major point is that victory has already been wondez by Jesus Christ.

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The most crucial truth we must hold onto is that Jesus has already secured our victory through his death on the cross and his resurrection.

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Jesus defeated the devil, sin and death.

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The enemy may continue to attack, but the power his power is ultimately broken.

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And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them triumphing over them by the cross.

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In Colossians 215, when Jesus rose from the dead, he triumphed over every power of darkness.

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His resurrection was not just a personal victory, it was a victory for all who believe in him.

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Because of his triumph, we are no longer enslaved to the enemy's power.

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We need to live with the confidence that the victory has already been wondez when the enemy tries to bring fear, temptation or condemnation, remind yourself that Jesus has already triumphed and you are standing in his victory.

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Number two, we fight from victory, not for it.

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As believers, we are not engaged in a war where the outcome is uncertain.

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The victory is assured because of what Jesus has done.

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The enemy may try to deceive us into believing that we are fighting for victory, but we must remember that we are fighting from victory.

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Our job is to stand firm in what Christ has already accomplished.

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Stand firm then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again but by a yoke of slavery.

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We read in Galatians five one now satans goal is to make us forget the victory we have in Christ by making us feel as though we are still enslaved.

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When you stand firm in the knowledge of your victory, the enemys schemes lose their power when facing spiritual attacks.

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Brothers and sisters, declare your victory in Christ.

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Speak the truth of God's word over your life, and refuse to allow the enemy to drag you back into fear or doubt.

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of our testimony revelations:

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Through the blood of the lamb Jesus sacrificed and the word of our testimony.

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Jesus blood has purchased our victory and our testimony declaring what God has done in our lives.

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It gives us strength to resist the devil.

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They triumphed over him by the blood of the lamb and by the word of their testimony.

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They did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.

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As we read in revelations:

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His victory, sacrifice on the cross, paid for our sins, disarmed the enemy and gave us eternal life.

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Our testimony, our declaration of faith in Jesus reinforces that victory.

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When we speak out what God has done for us, we defeat the lies of the enemy.

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We need to continually remind ourselves of what Jesus has done for us, share our testimony of God's faithfulness with others, and declare his victory over our life.

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This strengthens our faith and weakens the enemy's grip and .4 we need to endure in the battle knowing the outcome is certain.

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Spiritual warfare is not a one time event, brothers and sisters.

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It is ongoing through our lives.

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However, we endure not because we are uncertain of the outcome, but because we are confident in the victory that Christ has secured.

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The enemy will continue to attack, but as long as we stand firm, we will see the fulfillment of God's promises, but the one who endures to the end will be saved.

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Matthew 20 413 now endurance is key in the life of a believer.

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While the enemy will attempt to wear us down, our strength is renewed through Christ.

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We are called to stand firm in the face of opposition, trusting that God is faithful and that victory is guaranteed.

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When we see battles, when we feel that the battle is long.

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Remember the victory is certain.

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Draw strength from God's promises and refuse to give up.

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Endurance in spiritual warfare is not about winning the battle, it's about standing firm in the victory that is already yours.

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Here are some applicable lessons.

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Claim your victory daily, every day.

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Declare that you are standing in the victory that Jesus has already won.

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When you face trials, temptations or spiritual attacks, remind yourself that you are not fighting for victory.

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You are fighting from a place of victory in Christ.

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You need to testify of gods goodness.

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Your testimony is a powerful weapon against the enemy.

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When you share what God has done in your life, you strengthen your faith and weaken the enemys.

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Hold.

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Dont be afraid to speak about the victories God has given you.

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We need to endure with confidence.

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The spiritual battle may be intense, but the outcome is certain.

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Endure with confidence, knowing that God is faithful and that his victory is already yours.

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Trust in his strength to sustain you.

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Here are some questions for reflection.

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One, how often do you remind yourself that the victory over the devil has already been won by Jesus?

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And two, in what areas of your life are you still fighting as though you are trying to win the victory rather than standing in it?

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Three, how can you use your destiny to strengthen your faith and declare your victory over the enemy?

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Let us pray.

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Heavenly Father, we thank you for the victory that has been won through your son, Jesus Christ.

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Help us to live daily in the knowledge that we fight from a place of victory, not for it.

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When the enemy attacks, remind us that the battle is already won and that we are more than conquerors.

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Through Christ and strengthen our faith.

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Help us to stand firm and give us the endurance we need to resist the enemy's schemes.

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We thank you for the blood of the lamb and the power of our testimony.

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In Jesus mighty name we pray.

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Amen.

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This final message, brothers and sisters, seals the truth that victory is not something we strive for.

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It is something we already possess in Christ.

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As you continue in your spiritual journey, remember that the battle is ongoing, but the victory is certain.

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Stand firm.

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Fight the good fight of faith and walk confidently in the triumph that Jesus has already secured for you.

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In Jesus name, amen.

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