Christ, Our Advocate

“My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. And if anyone sins, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and He Himself is the propitiation for our sins; and not for ours only, but also for those of the whole world.” 1 John 2:1-2

Christians often become discouraged when tempted by sinful habits they thought were eliminated at the point of their salvation. The truth is we still live in a fallen world under the influence of Satan. As a child of God, the enemy no longer holds the title to your life. Spiritually, you are seated in heaven with Christ (Col. 3:3).

However, this does not free you from the strife of Satan’s disastrous intentions. Salvation only shifts his goal for your life from one of eternal death to one of ineffectiveness. The enemy wants to render you useless in your witness and testimony for Jesus Christ. Sin is his favorite weapon because he knows it fogs our relationship with God.

However, the power of sin was eternally broken at the cross. We no longer have to yield to its temptation. The only way to handle sin is to put it in subjection to the Lord Jesus Christ. The key to overcoming it lies in living daily in the light of God’s Word.

When temptations come, remember the enemy’s power has been broken. Jesus is your strong advocate before the Father. Confess your sins, claim His forgiveness, and continue your life in the light of His grace.

Remember, Satan wants to enslave you; Jesus died to free you!

“...our old self was crucified with Him...that we would no longer be slaves to sin.” Romans 6:6