Today's reading

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. –Romans 8:1 NIV

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Stand Up

Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. –Romans 8:1 NIV

If you’ve ever had to deal with someone in your life who has an issue with anger, you’ve probably heard them say, “It’s your fault, you make me so angry!” If they break something in an outburst, it’s your fault. If you end the relationship, it’s your fault. Instead of accepting responsibility for their own behavior or actions, they choose to blame you. In Mark 5:1-20, we read the story of a man who was demon possessed. It says in verse 6 that when he saw Jesus coming from a distance, he ran and fell on his face before Him. He then begged Jesus not to torture him. He recognized who Christ was and trembled. This man didn’t try to accuse Jesus of anything, for he knew it was pointless. We who are in Christ are forgiven, and no demon in hell has the authority to accuse us of anything. However, if we listen to his cajoling, his subtle digs and lies, we will condemn ourselves. We in essence give the accuser permission to keep us defeated. Instead, stand up! When the voice of condemnation comes against you, refuse to listen. Instead, proclaim your position in Christ boldly!

prayer focuses

Father, help me to identify the voice of condemnation and render it powerless over me.

I will not walk in condemnation any longer. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you walk in victory. When the voice of defeat comes, take authority over it at once.

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Brenda Beattie

Brenda Beattie is a retired letter carrier and an active Chaplain for the USPS. She and her husband retired to Bradenton because they loved their church, Bayside Community Church. She has self-published two books, "Finding Sacred Ground In The Daily Grind," and "The Case Of The Missing Letter." She is also a repeat author for "Chicken Soup For The Soul." Her articles appear monthly in the "Mountaineer," a postal publication. Her hearts desire is to encourage and to give hope.