When we read the Gospels and see how Jesus touched and healed many people, the thought of spiritual warfare probably doesn't come to mind. Yet notice what happens in Mark 1:32-34---That evening at sundown they brought to him all who were sick or oppressed by demons. And the whole city was gathered together at the door. And he healed many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons. And he would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him.
Amidst all the healing, Jesus proved who was really in charge. The demons certainly knew who Jesus was---they were among the fallen angels who followed Satan in his rebellion against God. By commanding the demons to remain silent, He proved his power and authority over them. Matthew 8:29 even suggests that the demons are aware of their ultimate fate in the lake of fire (Revelation 20:10). Jesus also wanted the people to believe he was the Messiah because of his own testimony and not from a source of evil. Jesus showed the powers of darkness that his glory would be revealed in God's timetable and no one else's.
As God's men, we can apply these truths to our lives as we boldly love and serve our Heavenly Father. We know whose really in charge, we know that evil can never defeat our Lord and we know that God will always accomplish his purpose and plan in his time.
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