Word for the day "Your Position"

Luke 10:17 (KJV) Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name.This was an eye-opening experience for the disciples to discover that the demons were subject to them in Jesus' name. Subject ( hupotasso ) is a military term meaning "to arrange under." It pictures a group of soldiers snapping to attention and following precisely the orders of their commanding officer. Today’s reminder is “God is in control” and your position in the Lord!Perhaps the disciples suffered under the same misconception which blinds many Christians today. We see God and His kingdom on one side and Satan and his kingdom on the other side. Both kingdoms seem to be very powerful, and here we are, stuck in the middle between the two, like the rope in a tug of war. On some days God seems to be winning and on other days the devil appears to have the upper hand. And we don't seem to have anything to say about who wins the battle. What’s your understanding of God’s Kingdom and Satan’s Kingdom? But when we are in relationship with the Lord, we are positioned for victory in our lives.Jesus Christ has all authority in heaven and on earth (Matthew 28:18); the Lord is at the top alone . He has given His authority and power to His servants to be exercised in His name (Luke 10:17); we are underneath the Lord always. And Satan and his demons? They're at the bottom, subject to the authority Christ has invested in us. Too often we don't understand our position in God, and function as defeated people.Why, then, does the kingdom of darkness exert such negative influence in the world and in the lives of God’s people? In a word, the lie. Satan is not an equal power with God; he is a vanquished foe. But if he can deceive you into believing that he has more power and authority than you do, you will live as if he does! You have been given authority over the kingdom of darkness, but if you don't believe it and exercise it, it's as if you didn't have it.Point to ponder - Authority is the right to rule based on position and we are seated in heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6). You have the authority to do the will of God because of your position in Christ. It's an authority you could never have independent of God, so you need to remain dependent on the Lord to live victoriously.Power Prayer: I praise You, Lord, for the inexhaustible supply of power to defeat the enemy which You have provided for us in Your Son, Jesus Christ, Amen!Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow!Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much!http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2