To be Continued

Jesus saw the fire of hate in their eyes. He also noticed an image of the devil dancing in rage, manipulating the people to crucify Him.

His body was finally broken to death on the cross and His Spirit descended into darkness, way down below.

For thousands of years, the devil and his army wanted to stop the power of the Son of God. This was their chance! All of them stormed at Jesus but the devil stopped them in their tracks… this was his job, his privilege, his delight.

Suddenly the dark domain was filled with a bright light. Jesus is, after all, the Light (John 1:5). This place made for sinners, received a sinless Man that day.

Jesus conquered the devil and his demons and filled them with fear.

Afterward, He ascended into heaven to unite with His Father and the Spirit in the heavens on high. This He did so that He could fill all things. (Ephesians 4:10)

We live in a world filled with the beauty of Jesus in us but often we also experience pain.

Today, some people with the same fire of hate in their eyes are still dancing in rage. The devil and his crew are still using them to hurt, kill and shame.

Jesus has filled us to conquer the devil, the brokenness and pain, leading us into a life of peace and joy. The days of the devil are counted and found short. His domain will soon be discontinued.

One day, while we are still filled with Jesus and this vessel is run down and dies, we will remain alive because we are… to be continued!