The Believer's Authority
As believers, we have the authority to overcome the enemy through Christ. The Bible verses listed below remind us of this power and promise. Meditating on these Scriptures will help strengthen your faith. Additionally, the steps will offer practical ways to exercise this authority daily.
Bible Verses on the Believer’s Authority:
1. Luke 10:19
“I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”
2. James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
3. 1 John 4:4
“He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.”
4. Romans 8:37
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”
5. Ephesians 6:10-11
“Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.”
6. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5
“The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.”
7. Isaiah 54:17
“No weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.”
8. Revelation 12:11
“And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony...”
9. Psalm 91:13
“You will tread on the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent.”
10. Mark 16:17
“And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues.”
11. Matthew 16:18
“I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”
12. Ephesians 6:16
“In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.”
13. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
14. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”
15. Proverbs 26:2
“Like a fluttering sparrow or a darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest.”
1. Luke 10:19
“I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”
2. James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
3. 1 John 4:4
“He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.”
4. Romans 8:37
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”
5. Ephesians 6:10-11
“Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.”
6. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5
“The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.”
7. Isaiah 54:17
“No weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.”
8. Revelation 12:11
“And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony...”
9. Psalm 91:13
“You will tread on the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent.”
10. Mark 16:17
“And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues.”
11. Matthew 16:18
“I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”
12. Ephesians 6:16
“In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.”
13. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
14. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”
15. Proverbs 26:2
“Like a fluttering sparrow or a darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest.”
How to Exercise Your Authority as a Believer:
Please note that these steps are interconnected and can be practiced simultaneously. For instance, you can resist the enemy while putting on the armor of God, or pray and fast while engaging in worship. Embrace a holistic approach, allowing each step to reinforce the others, and stay responsive to the guidance of the Holy Spirit as you exercise your authority.
1. Submit to God’s Authority: Acknowledge God’s sovereignty over your life. This is the foundation for your spiritual authority.
“Submit yourselves therefore to God.” (James 4:7a)
2. Be Led by the Holy Spirit: Trust in the Holy Spirit for guidance and empowerment; don’t rely solely on your own strength.
“But you are not in the flesh, you are in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you.” (Romans 8:9)
3. Stand Firm in Faith: Believe in Christ's victory and your authority as a believer. Remember that Jesus has already triumphed over the enemy.
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37)
4. Put On the Armor of God: Equip yourself daily with truth, righteousness, faith, salvation, the Word, and prayer as outlined in Ephesians 6:10–18.
“Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:11)
5. Resist the Enemy Actively: When faced with temptation or attack, consciously reject the enemy’s lies.
“Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7b)
6. Use the Word of God: Speak Scripture out loud to counter lies and accusations, just as Jesus did when tempted.
“But he answered, ‘It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” (Matthew 4:4)
7. Command the Enemy to Leave in Jesus’ Name: Use the authority Christ gave you to command any demonic force or oppression to depart.
“And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will cast out demons...” (Mark 16:17)
8. Pray and Fast: Engage in consistent prayer and, when led, fasting to strengthen your spirit and heighten your sensitivity to God’s voice.
“But the Lord said, ‘This kind cannot be driven out by anything but prayer and fasting.’” (Matthew 17:21)
9. Draw Near to God: Foster intimacy with God through worship, thanksgiving, and daily fellowship. The enemy cannot withstand God’s presence.
“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” (James 4:8a)
10. Stay Alert and Watchful: Be aware of spiritual deception and guard your thoughts and actions. Always remain vigilant.
“Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion...” (1 Peter 5:8)
11. Confess and Renounce Sin: Repent of any known sin to close doors that may allow the enemy to gain a foothold.
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins...” (1 John 1:9)
12. Invite the Holy Spirit to Fill You: After resisting and commanding the enemy to leave, ask the Holy Spirit to fill and protect you.
“And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit...” (Ephesians 5:18)
13. Continue in Worship and Thanksgiving: Maintain a lifestyle of praise to keep your focus on God rather than the enemy.
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances...” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)