_*Exhortation Pills: You Possess a Higher Authority*_ _✍️ By Rev. Stephen Dadedzi_ _🗓️ Day 147 (27/May/2025)_ > ‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭‭Luke 10:19 NKJV 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. When Jesus sent out seventy disciples to preach and heal, they returned amazed that even demons obeyed them in His name. In response, Jesus assured them that He had given them spiritual authority that superseded all demonic power. Luke 10:19 is a clear reminder to every believer that we are not powerless—we walk in divine authority delegated by Christ Himself. Archbishop Benson Idahosa of blessed memory, renowned for his bold faith, once entered a village known for heavy witchcraft activity. When confronted by voodoo priests, he declared, “The God who sent me is greater than all your powers combined!” That day, many gave their lives to Christ, miracles broke out, and demonic strongholds were shattered. Like the seventy, he knew what it meant to walk in the authority Christ had given. You too can begin to exercise that authority today. *1. You’ve Been Authorized by Christ:* Jesus didn't say He might give us authority—He has given it. This authority is not based on our titles, experience, or background but on our identity in Him. Stand firm in this truth when facing spiritual battles (Ephesians 2:6). *2. The Enemy is Beneath Your Feet:* “Serpents and scorpions” symbolize demonic opposition and attacks. Christ’s authority enables you to trample these forces, not negotiate with them. Declare your victory boldly when the enemy tries to intimidate (Romans 16:20). *3. Your Safety is Guaranteed:* “…and nothing shall by any means hurt you.” This promise is not the absence of attacks but the assurance of triumph. Walk with the confidence that divine backing surrounds you (Isaiah 54:17). _🙏 Prayer:_ Lord Jesus, thank You for giving me divine authority over all the power of the enemy. Help me to walk in boldness, knowing that I am backed by heaven. Teach me to exercise this authority daily, for Your glory. Amen. _✝️ Are You Saved?_ Enjoy God's gift of eternal life by accepting Jesus Christ into your heart today. Believe that God raised Him from the dead and confess Him as your Lord and Savior (John 3:16, Romans 10:9-10). _👉 Connect and explore more:_ https://linktr.ee/stephendadedzi _☕ Want to show some love? Grab me a coffee :)_ buymeacoffee.com/stephendadedzi