by Prisca | 28 September 2023 08:46 pm09
The Christian life is not a playground it’s a battleground. The Bible reminds us that we are in a spiritual war, and our adversary, the devil, is relentless.
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour.”
(1 Peter 5:8, NKJV)
Understanding how to confront the devil is vital. While there are times to engage directly in spiritual warfare, there are also powerful moments when the best strategy is to invoke the Lord’s authority rather than relying solely on our own.
To rebuke means to correct, reprimand, or command something to stop by using authority. In spiritual terms, it is a forceful declaration that something must cease or flee in the name and power of Jesus Christ.
Jesus frequently rebuked evil spirits and forces of darkness:
“And Jesus rebuked the demon, and it came out of him; and the child was cured from that very hour.”
(Matthew 17:18, NKJV)
Even His rebuke toward Peter though human was spiritually directed, recognizing that Satan was influencing Peter’s mindset:
“But when He had turned around and looked at His disciples, He rebuked Peter, saying, ‘Get behind Me, Satan! For you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men.’”
(Mark 8:33, NKJV)
Believers today have authority through Jesus Christ to rebuke evil, but this authority is not about volume or emotion it’s about spiritual positioning and understanding the power of God’s Word.
Though angels are powerful beings (Psalm 103:20), they do not always use brute strength to defeat Satan. Instead, they appeal to God’s supreme authority.
“Yet Michael the archangel, in contending with the devil, when he disputed about the body of Moses, dared not bring against him a reviling accusation, but said, ‘The Lord rebuke you!’”
(Jude 1:9, NKJV)
Michael did not rely on his own power. He deferred to the Lord’s authority. Why? Because God’s judgment is final and absolute.
“The LORD is a man of war; The LORD is His name.”
(Exodus 15:3, NKJV)
Another similar account is found in the book of Zechariah:
“Then he showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the Angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to oppose him. And the LORD said to Satan, ‘The LORD rebuke you, Satan! The LORD who has chosen Jerusalem rebuke you! Is this not a brand plucked from the fire?’”
(Zechariah 3:1–2, NKJV)
Joshua was not instructed to rebuke Satan himself. The rebuke came from the Lord highlighting again that divine authority surpasses angelic or human effort.
When the Lord rebukes, it carries eternal authority. Demonic forces must obey. As believers, our strength does not lie in personal power or spiritual aggression, but in positioning ourselves under God’s authority.
“Submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”
(James 4:7, NKJV)
This submission is not passive it’s strategic. We are to worship, fast, and pray, yes but also to know when to stand still and let God fight.
“The LORD will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.”
(Exodus 14:14, NKJV)
Queen Esther is a model of spiritual strategy. When Haman plotted to destroy her people, she didn’t confront him directly. Instead, she went to the king symbolizing our appeal to the ultimate authority, God Himself.
“Then Queen Esther answered and said, ‘If I have found favor in your sight, O king, and if it pleases the king, let my life be given me at my petition, and my people at my request.’”
(Esther 7:3, NKJV)
She invited the king and her enemy to banquets, twice. Her patience, honor, and spiritual discernment gave the king space to act. In the end, it was the king’s word that destroyed Haman not Esther’s fight.
Likewise, when we bring our case before God in humility and faith, He takes vengeance on our behalf.
“Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.
(Romans 12:19, NKJV)
So how do we apply this principle?
Don’t be quick to always battle in your own strength. First, draw near to God.
Worship Him, give sacrificially, serve Him faithfully.
Host Him in your heart like Esther hosted the king through prayer, praise, and surrender.
Then boldly say: “Lord, rebuke my enemy!”
“Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered; Let those also who hate Him flee before Him.”
(Psalm 68:1, NKJV)
Your problems may have persisted for years sickness, oppression, fear but when the Lord rebukes the enemy, there is total deliverance. And that issue? It will not return again.
“Affliction will not rise up a second time.”
(Nahum 1:9, NKJV)
So worship Him. Love Him. Draw close. And in the right time, say:
“Lord, rebuke my enemy.”
“Lord, take over this battle.”
And watch the mighty hand of God work wonders in your life.
May the Lord bless you richly.
Shalom.
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