Our Defeated Foe
"For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” — Hebrews 4:12
How do we overcome the devil in everyday life? First, we need to recognize that the devil is a defeated foe. The Son of God came to undo the work of the devil. The crucifixion of Christ, which looked like a mighty victory for Satan, turned out to be a great triumph for God, because it was on the cross that Jesus took our sins. When Jesus bowed His head and said, “It is finished,” He was referring to the plan of redemption and salvation. When we resist devil, Scripture says, he will flee from us. Jesus overcame the devil not by argument but simply by quoting Scripture. That's why it's so important to memorize Scripture, so it’s hidden in our hearts.
