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DISCIPLES AND AUTHORITY 2

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Text: Matthew 10:1.

Then Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority over unclean spirits, so that they could drive them out and heal every disease and every illness.* 

We established yesterday that a disciple of Christ is not merely someone who professes faith in Jesus; a disciple is one who has been called to follow Him, learn from Him, and represent Him on earth. 

This passage clearly reminds us that every believer has been given spiritual authority through Christ. The authority of the believer is not based on personal merit, spiritual maturity, or human ability. It is a delegated authority that comes from our relationship with Jesus. 

He has equipped His followers to confront the works of darkness and demonstrate the reality of God's kingdom.

However, it is one thing to possess authority, and it's another thing entirely to exercise it. Many believers know about their authority in Christ, yet they rarely use it.

When was the last time you prayed boldly for the sick? When was the last time you confronted demonic oppression in the name of Jesus? 

Authority that is never exercised remains ineffective in practical experience.

When Jesus called the disciples to Himself and gave them the authority, they actually used it. 

Explicitly in Matthew 10:8, Jesus Christ said, *Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, drive out demons.   You have received without payment,  so give without payment.* 

In Mark 6:12, they already took action, "So they went and preached that people should repent. They also kept driving out many demons and anointing with oil many who were sick, and healing them.(Mark 6:13).

The authority Jesus gave you is not to be pocketed. If indeed Jesus has called you to Himself, if indeed you have followed and obeyed Him, then, use the authority He has given you. 

 *Cast out unclean spirits, and heal the sick. However, remember, freely you have been given, freely give.* Don't merchandise the gifts of God.

 *Bible Reading* 

Matthew 10:1-8.

 *_PRAYER FOCUS_* 

Father LORD,  thank You for calling me to be Your disciple. Help me to walk closely with You and to understand the authority You have given me. Grant me faith to stand against the works of darkness and compassion to minister Your healing to those around me in Jesus name.

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