2 Corinthians 2:14: Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.
Jesus Christ, our great Commander in chief, came to foreign soil (this earth) and completely defeated the enemy (Satan). Instead of killing 5,000 persons, He gave life to more than 5,000 persons—to 3,000 plus at Pentecost and to another 2,000 plus shortly after Pentecost (Acts 2:41; 4:4). Jesus Christ claimed the spoils of battle—lost souls who had been in bondage to sin and Satan. What a splendid victory!
The victorious general’s sons would walk behind their father’s chariot, sharing in his victory; and that is where believers are today—following in Christ’s triumph. We do not fight for victory; we fight from victory. Neither in Asia nor in Corinth did the situation look like victory to Paul, but he believed God—and God turned defeat into victory. 1
Personal Application
- Read Romans 8:28. How does this verse give you confidence to trust God in difficult situations?
Godly Encouragement
- Having disarmed principalities and powers, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them in it. –Colossians 2:15
A Biblical Thought to Share with Others
To be led in victory, is to follow behind the lead of Christ. – TWEET IT
A Prayer to Consider
Lord, thank You for Your victory that will last for all eternity.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
