ISAIAH 43:1-7

The victorious Christian life is a life lived in triumph over “everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life” (1 John 2:16). It is the conquering of fear, knowing God’s peace (John 14:27; 16:33). It is perseverance through “trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword” (Romans 8:35) showing us to be “more than conquerors through him who loved us” (verse 37). The victorious Christian life naturally leads to a defeat of death itself (1 Corinthians 15:54–55) and a glorious reward in heaven(Revelation 21:7).Christians are called to live a righteous life by faith (Romans 1:17)as victorious Christians: We can overcome the world. Who is it that overcomes the world? Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God. (1 John 5:4–5)

Brothers and sisters in Christ, part of living the victorious Christian life is properly dealing with temptation. 1 Corinthians 10:13 says, “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind”. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. The victorious Christian life is a journey of faith, not just for eternal salvation, but of daily decisions building up into lifestyle that reflects Christ (Galatians 2:20). Remain victorious in Jesus Mighty Name. Amen.

PRAYER POINT: “Some trust in their war chariots and others in their horses, but we trust in the power of the Lord our God. Such people will stumble and fall, but we will rise and stand firm.
Give victory to the king, O Lord; answer us when we call.” (Psalm 20:7-9)