TOPIC: Demons Are Real—Cast Them Out (Rhapsody of Realities 18 December 2024)
Key Verse:
“And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils…” (Mark 16:17)
Rhapsody of Realities for Today’s Message
There’re people who say they don’t believe in the existence of demons, saying that devils or demons only exist in the imagination of certain people. Such folks are ignorant because the Bible tells us that Satan and demons are real. 1 Peter 5:8 says, “…your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.”
Jesus taught about demons and how they operate, and He cast out demons on several occasions. In fact, the very first sign He said would follow those who believe in Him is what we read in our opening scripture: the ability to cast out demons.
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Open Heaven 18 December 2024 – The Lord That Heals You
Jesus’ Example: Casting Out Demons
Once, He was teaching in the synagogue, and the Bible tells us that a certain woman who was bent double and couldn’t straighten up herself came into the synagogue. The Bible says, “And when Jesus saw her, he called her to him, and said unto her, Woman, thou art loosed from thine infirmity” (Luke 13:12).
In the 11th and 16th verses, it’s clearly stated that the woman’s condition was caused by the devil, and Jesus proved it when He touched her and commanded her to straighten up, and she was restored instantly.
There were also instances where He commanded deaf spirits to come out of people who were deaf and dumb, and they instantly began to hear and speak. Many of us have done the same thing over the years in His Name. We’ve cast out deaf and dumb spirits, and instantly, the people who were afflicted started to hear and to speak. We did exactly what Jesus said to do and what He did. Glory to God!
Authority Over Demons
He told us to cast out demons because they are real and are responsible for many of the troubles and infirmities that people suffer with and that we see around us. So, don’t be deceived by Satan’s incognito; if he can get you to believe he doesn’t exist, then he can mess up your life and mess up things around you.
The Bible says we’re not ignorant of his devices (2 Corinthians 2:11). Ephesians 4:27 tells us to give him no place, no foothold. Satan and his demons may be real, but they’re powerless, defenseless, and paralyzed before us. Whenever they show up, cast them out; truncate their activities, manoeuvres, and manipulations. You have absolute dominion over them; exercise it.
Prayer
Dear Father, thank You for the authority I have in the Name of Jesus to cast out demons and to destroy their works and schemes. Thank You for the victory and dominion I have over all the power of the enemy. I walk in this authority today and always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Further Study
- Luke 10:17-19:
“And the seventy returned again with joy, saying, Lord, even the devils are subject unto us through thy name…” - Luke 13:10-13 (NKJV):
“Woman, you are loosed from your infirmity.” - Mark 3:14:
“And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach.”
Bible Reading Plans
- 1-Year Plan: Revelation 10, Micah 1–3
- 2-Year Plan: Revelation 15:1–8, Habakkuk 3
Encouragement
Remember to share this devotional with all your friends and loved ones today. Thank you, and God bless you richly!
This Rhapsody of Realities 2024 Devotional was written by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome (D.Sc., D.D.), President of Loveworld Inc. aka Christ Embassy International.
