1 Corinthians 15:35-59

Satan seemed to be victorious in the Garden of Eden and at the Cross of Jesus.  But all that changed when Jesus rose from the dead; when His purpose on earth was fulfilled and we were redeemed.  We may have days when it feels like Satan is winning, but just hang on for a bit and things will become clearer.  Stay close to God and call upon the Holy Spirit and it will soon become obvious we have hope beyond the grave.

Life is difficult and just because we are Believers we are not blessed with easier times, as some might think.  The non-believer might question why someone who Believes and serves God and others, who is well respected and thought of as one to fashion your life after, suddenly one day is in a boat load of trouble.  Their life may appear to be falling apart, perhaps an addiction had a strong hold on them.

How can this happen to someone who believes so strongly, who was so faithful for years?  Christians find themselves under attack daily.  While the Christian's salvation may be assured, Satan wants to invalidate their testimony.  If he can tarnish your story, gives others reason to doubt the value of a relationship with Jesus, you can bet your bottom dollar Satan will be all over that.  He is the great deceiver.

1 Corinthians 15:54-57 (NIV) When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: "Death has been swallowed up in victory."

"Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?" 

The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 

But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Praise God, we no longer need fear death/Satan

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