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Apostle Dr. Richard Udoh

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

EMPOWERED AS AMBASSADORS OF CHRIST: EXERCISING AUTHORITY OVER THE IDOLS OF THE WORLD

In the narrative of Moses confronting Pharaoh, we witness a profound demonstration of divine authority as Moses is appointed as God's representative to deliver His message and manifest His power. Similarly, as believers in Christ, we are empowered as ambassadors of God, exercising authority over the idols and strongholds of this world.

In Exodus 7:1, God declares to Moses, "See, I have made you like God to Pharaoh, and your brother Aaron will be your prophet." In this context, Moses assumes a position of authority and representation on behalf of God, confronting the oppressive forces of Pharaoh and demanding the liberation of God's people from bondage.

Likewise, as believers in Christ, we are called to stand as representatives of God's kingdom in a world filled with idols and strongholds. 2 Corinthians 5:20 reaffirms this truth, stating, "We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us." Through the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit, we are empowered to proclaim the truth of the Gospel, confront spiritual bondage, and dismantle the strongholds of sin and idolatry.

Our authority as believers stems from our union with Christ and the victory He has secured through His death and resurrection. Ephesians 1:20-23 declares that God "raised Christ from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is invoked, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way."

Confession:

I declare that as a believer in Christ, I am empowered and appointed as an ambassador of God's kingdom. I exercise authority over the idols and strongholds of this world, proclaiming freedom and redemption in Jesus' name. I walk in the confidence of His victory, knowing that nothing can stand against the authority of Christ in me.

Further Reading:

Exodus 7:1 "Then the Lord said to Moses, 'See, I have made you like God to Pharaoh, and your brother Aaron will be your prophet.'"

2 Corinthians 5:20 "We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God."

Read through the bible in 1 year: Deuteronomy 5:1-6:25 Luke 7:11-35 Psalm 68:19-35 Proverbs 11:29-31

Read through the bible in 2 years: Dan 1 & Ps 78