(Clip) The Life Of Victory and Power In Jesus Christ
Corrie Ten Boom teaches that victory and power in Jesus Christ come through repentance, divine discipline, and trusting in God's superior power over the enemy, including angelic protection.
This sermon emphasizes the danger of engaging in occult sins for fun, leading one into the enemy's territory and hindering victory in Christ. However, there is hope through repentance and seeking forgiveness from God. Despite the devil's strength, Jesus is victorious, and believers are weeded by heavenly discipline and guarded by divine power, including the assistance of angels in times of need.
Full Transcript
It is written here, an occult sin, if you just do it for fun, you are in the territory of the enemy and you are in his power, and that is the reason that you are not able to enter into the life of victory of Jesus Christ, because always the enemy will come in between. But there is hope for you. When you have experienced that, and you feel it, and you know that you are one of those who have played that dangerous game, the Bible tells that we are weeded by heavenly discipline.
Repent. Say, Lord, perhaps I have not known that it was a sin, but now I see it in the Bible that it is a sin, in Deuteronomy. I know it.
Will you forgive me, Father, in Jesus' name? And then the Lord will forgive you and cleanse you, and then you are free. But the devil is strong, much stronger than you and I, but Jesus is stronger than the devil. Hallelujah! Jesus is victor.
It is good that we are a garden of the Lord, weeded by heavenly discipline, and we are guarded by divine power. What is that a safe knowledge? What is that a safe feeling? You know, that power of the Lord, he also uses sometimes by sending us his angels. I just mentioned the power of the devil who works with demons, and they are there.
Sure, they are a reality, but there are far more angels than demons. Only a third of the angels have fallen, so two-thirds are still angels. And these angels are ministering spirits sent to this world to help and assist those who belong to the Lord.
I have experienced the help of angels very much. I know that when I entered in the concentration camp, I had my Bible hidden under my dress on my back, and I saw that everything was taken away. We were all searched by the guards.
Oh, how! I was afraid, and I said, Oh, Lord, send your angels around me. But then I thought, yes, that's good when the angels are around me, but angels are spirits, and you can look through a spirit. So I said, Lord, when you send your angels around me, let they not be transparent today.
You can pray very unorthodox when you are in great need. But God did it. The woman who was going in front of me was searched, and then my sister went behind me, and they did not see me.
What a joy! That divine power and help
Sermon Outline
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I. The Danger of Occult Sin
- Occult sin places believers under enemy power
- Such sin hinders entering the life of victory in Jesus
- Recognition and repentance are essential
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II. The Role of Heavenly Discipline
- God uses discipline to weed out sin
- Repentance leads to forgiveness and cleansing
- Discipline is a sign of God's care
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III. The Power of Jesus Over the Devil
- The devil is strong but Jesus is stronger
- Victory is assured through Christ
- Believers are guarded by divine power
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IV. The Ministry of Angels
- Angels outnumber demons and assist believers
- Corrie’s personal experience of angelic protection
- God’s supernatural help in times of danger
Key Quotes
“But there is hope for you. When you have experienced that, and you feel it, and you know that you are one of those who have played that dangerous game, the Bible tells that we are weeded by heavenly discipline.” — Corrie Ten Boom
“Jesus is victor.” — Corrie Ten Boom
“Sure, they are a reality, but there are far more angels than demons.” — Corrie Ten Boom
Application Points
- Confess and repent of any hidden sins to experience freedom and victory in Christ.
- Trust in Jesus’ power over the devil to overcome spiritual battles.
- Seek comfort in the reality of angelic protection and God’s divine help in times of trouble.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is occult sin according to Corrie Ten Boom?
Occult sin refers to engaging in practices related to the occult, which places a person under the enemy's power and blocks victory in Christ.
How does God use discipline in a believer's life?
God uses heavenly discipline to weed out sin and guide believers toward repentance and spiritual growth.
Why is Jesus considered stronger than the devil?
Jesus has ultimate victory and power over the devil, ensuring believers can overcome spiritual battles through Him.
What role do angels play in the life of a Christian?
Angels are ministering spirits sent to help and protect those who belong to the Lord, providing divine assistance.
How can a believer receive forgiveness for sin?
By repenting sincerely, confessing sin to God, and asking for forgiveness in Jesus' name, a believer is cleansed and freed.