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DISCIPLES AND AUTHORITY

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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. 

Jesus did not merely call His disciples to be spectators; He called them to be participants in His mission. 

After calling the twelve to Himself, He entrusted them with authority over unclean spirits and power to minister healing to those who were suffering. 

This reveals an important truth: *God's calling is always accompanied by God's empowerment.* 
A disciple is one who follows Jesus, learns from Him, obeys His teachings, and represents Him in this world. 

When Christ calls us, He does not leave us helpless. He equips us with spiritual authority to stand against the works of darkness. This authority belongs to Christ, but He delegates it to those who walk in obedience and faith.

Many believers live below their spiritual privileges because they are unaware of the authority they have in Christ. 

Fear, doubt, and ignorance often cause Christians to retreat when they should be advancing. Jesus has given His disciples authority to resist the devil, confront evil influences, and minister God's healing and restoration to a broken world.

However, authority is effective only when it is exercised under Christ's lordship. The disciples first came to Jesus before they were sent out by Him. 

 *Our power flows from our relationship with Him. The closer we walk with Christ, the more confidently we can operate in the authority He has given us.* 

Today, remember that you are not called to live as a victim of spiritual oppression. As a follower of Jesus, you have been given authority in His name.

Walk in faith, stand on God's Word, and allow the Holy Spirit to use you as an instrument of deliverance, healing, and hope to others.

 *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 and love to those around me in Jesus name.

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