What steps can we take to trust Jesus' power as shown in Luke 9:42? The Scene in Luke 9:42 “Even as the boy was approaching, the demon slammed him to the ground in a convulsion. But Jesus rebuked the unclean spirit, healed the boy, and returned him to his father.” Why This Moment Matters • Evil tried to destroy; Jesus overruled. • A helpless family met a powerful Savior. • The Lord’s authority covered spiritual, physical, and relational need—all at once. Steps to Deepen Trust in Jesus’ Power • Acknowledge His unchanging authority – “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Hebrews 13:8 – Our circumstances shift; His supremacy never does. • Remember His past faithfulness – Review personal testimonies and biblical records (Exodus 14; Daniel 3; Mark 5). – Gratitude fuels confidence for present trials. • Saturate your mind with Scripture – “For nothing will be impossible with God.” Luke 1:37 – “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 – Daily reading keeps His capability before our eyes. • Bring every struggle directly to Him – The father brought his son; we bring our cares (1 Peter 5:7). – Present issues honestly; expect His intervention in His timing. • Replace fear with faith-filled speech – “All things are possible to him who believes.” Mark 9:23 – Speak promises aloud; silence defeatist talk. • Obey whatever He tells you – Acts of obedience position us under His covering (John 2:5). – Trust grows when we witness His power released through simple faithfulness. • Stay connected to believing community – The disciples’ presence shows ministry is shared (Hebrews 10:24-25). – Hearing others’ victories reinforces our own trust. Living It Today Choose one area that feels beyond your control. Apply the steps above—acknowledge Jesus’ authority, recall His past works, declare His word, and act in obedience. Expect the same Savior who “rebuked the unclean spirit, healed the boy, and returned him to his father” to exert His power in your life as well. |
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