Walking in Authority Over Evil

Encouragement from God's Word

As Christians, we often forget just how powerful we are because of the blood of Jesus. The truth is, God has given us authority over all the power of the enemy. Satan wants to deceive us into thinking we’re powerless, but Jesus has already won the victory, and He has handed us the keys to enforce that victory.

In Luke 10:19 (NIV), Jesus says, “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.” This is not a suggestion; it’s a promise! The same power that raised Jesus from the dead lives inside of

you (Romans 8:11 KJV), and when you exercise your authority in His name, all of hell must bow.

God delights when His children rise up and walk in their God-given authority. He’s happy when we bind evil and refuse to let Satan have the final say. Matthew 16:19 (ESV) says, “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” We are not helpless—we are victorious warriors in Christ.

Why It Matters

God has called us to be overcomers (Revelation 12:11 KJV). The blood of Jesus and the word of our testimony are powerful weapons against the enemy. But victory requires action. It’s not enough to know you have authority; you must exercise it by:

• Speaking God’s Word boldly.

• Binding and rebuking evil in Jesus’ name.

• Refusing to believe the lies of the enemy.

When you step into your authority, you align with God’s heart and bring His Kingdom to earth. This pleases God because it demonstrates your faith in His power and His promises.

Scripture Reading

1. Luke 10:19 (NIV):
   “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”

2. Ephesians 6:10-11 (NLT):
   “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.”

3. James 4:7 (KJV):
   “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”

4. Matthew 16:19 (ESV):
   “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”

5. Revelation 12:11 (NIV):
   “They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.”

Declarations

• I declare that I have authority over all the power of the enemy through the blood of Jesus. (Luke 10:19 KJV)

• I declare that no weapon formed against me will prosper, and every evil plan is defeated in Jesus’ name. (Isaiah 54:17 KJV)

• I declare that I am strong in the Lord and stand firm against all the strategies of the devil. (Ephesians 6:10-11 KJV)

• I declare that I will bind what is evil and loose what is good in alignment with God’s will. (Matthew 16:19 KJV)

• I declare that I am victorious through the blood of the Lamb and the word of my testimony. (Revelation 12:11 KJV)

Prayer

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for giving me authority through the blood of Jesus to overcome every work of the enemy. I praise You for the victory Jesus has already won, and I choose to stand firm in that victory today. Teach me how to exercise the authority You’ve given me with boldness and confidence, knowing that You are with me every step of the way.

Help me to recognize the enemy’s lies and resist him with the truth of Your Word. I bind every scheme of the enemy that seeks to steal, kill, and destroy, and I loose Your peace, joy, and blessings over my life and the lives of those around me. Thank You, Lord, for calling me to be more than a conqueror. I give You all the glory and honor, in Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.

Encouragement

You are not weak. You are not defeated. You are a child of the Most High God, equipped with divine authority to stand against every power of darkness. Walk boldly in your identity, use your God-given authority, and remember that God delights in seeing you win. You are victorious through the blood of Jesus! Keep declaring it, keep standing firm, and watch the enemy flee.