Video of the Day: Clip from the 2005 movie “The Devil’s Advocate” (language warning)
Bible Verse of the Day:
As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. 3 All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh[a] and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath. 4 But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, 5 made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. 6 And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, 7 in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus, Ephesians 2:1-7.
Biblical Connection:
Sometimes the biggest opportunity of your working career isn’t worth the toll it will take on your family. When Florida attorney Kevin Lomax is offered a position at a high-end New York City law firm, he’s looking for his next challenge. Yet, at the end of the rainbow, remaining undefeated in the court room, Kevin finds out that his boss is the Devil.
The apostle Paul writes to a first century church in Ephesus. Paul shares the obstacles that new converts to Christianity endure upon entering into a personal relationship with Jesus, Romans 10:9-11. After being kicked out of heaven, the fallen angel Lucifer has retained his spiritual abilities. Subsequently, the Devil continues to be the ruler of the air over the earth, planting seeds of doubt into the minds of individuals with addiction, bad habits and cravings to kill any dreams of change.
Closing Song:
In a world falling apart, the fictional Superman isn’t coming. Yet, when you cry out to the God of Creation, angels will be ushered by Jesus to come to your rescue as you continue to battle the ruler of the air.
by Jay Mankus
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