Service or Savior

"Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you. - Luke 10:19.

We're a society who loves our trophies, plaques, awards, prizes and titles. We have Oscars, Grammys, Emmys, Opies, Cleos, Doves, Pulitzers, Nobels, etc. It's nice to be recognized for excelling in something, isn't it? How did you feel the last time you went to an awards banquet and they called out your name to come up for some special recognition? Or...they didn't?

Do you remember when the 70 disciples were sent out by Jesus to preach and heal? When they all returned, they said, "Lord, even the demons are subject to US in Your name!" And Jesus responded, "I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy and nothing shall by any means hurt you. Nevertheless, do NOT rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to YOU, but rather rejoice because your names are written in heaven" (Luke. 10:17-20).

I can just imagine how pumped those 70 were! They saw miracles and healings happen, at just the mention of Jesus' name! They began to feel the power. It was something they did. They began to look at their "works; ministry; service; performance; style; formula." They may have compared notes on the best way to heal sickness and deliver from demons. You know that, out of 70, there were some leaders who were trying to "franchise" the power of Jesus' name.

And that's why, when they returned, the Lord shifted their focus from their "works" to God's glory. When was the last time Jesus told someone not to rejoice? But here it is. Don't pat yourself on the back, because your works will not get you into heaven. It's all about God's grace, mercy and forgiveness...that your name is even written in the Book of Life!

Friend, if you really want to be used of God; to allow the power of the Holy Spirit to flow through you; to walk in the authority of the Word; to have victory over the enemy; and to bring glory to the Son...forget about you. God will take care of you...as you obey His Word. And their will be an awards banquet one day, but it just won't be here.

Have a great day in the Lord, walking in the light of His Word, the power of His name, and the joy of His salvation...which is a free gift from Calvary..."not of works, lest any man should boast."

Prayer:- "Our Merciful and Loving Heavenly Father, Lord I commit myself in to your mighty hand, hold me and guide me and use me to glorify your Name. Thank you for hearing and answering my prayer. Gratefully, In Jesus Mighty Name I Pray, Amen."