The New King James Version (NKJV):
Luke 10:19
“Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”
🕊️ Meaning: Jesus assures His followers that He has given them spiritual authority over the forces of evil. This is often claimed in prayer as a declaration of victory and protection.
Isaiah 54:17
“No weapon formed against you shall prosper,
And every tongue which rises against you in judgment
You shall condemn.
This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord,
And their righteousness is from Me,”
Says the Lord.
🛡️ Meaning: A powerful promise of divine protection and vindication. Often used in spiritual warfare prayers.
John 8:32
“And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
John 8:36
“Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.”
🔓 Meaning: These verses emphasize the liberating power of Jesus and the truth of His Word. They’re often prayed over areas of bondage, deception, or spiritual oppression.
🕊 Prayer of Authority, Protection, and Freedom:
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the authority You’ve given me through Jesus Christ. According to Luke 10:19, I boldly declare that I have power over all the works of the enemy. No weapon, scheme, or lie shall harm me. I walk in victory, not in fear.
Lord, just as You promised in Isaiah 54:17, no weapon formed against me shall prosper, and every word spoken in judgment shall be silenced. I stand in the righteousness that comes from You alone. I claim my heritage as Your servant and my protection under Your mighty hand.
Jesus, You are the Truth. And as You said in John 8:32, I know the truth, and it has set me free. I no longer live in bondage, confusion, or shame. Because You, the Son, have set me free, I am free indeed (John 8:36).
I receive and rest in this truth today. I choose to walk in faith, boldness, and peace, knowing You have gone before me and surrounded me with Your power and grace.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
🔥 Sermon Title: “Walking in Freedom and Authority”
Introduction:
My brothers and sisters, we live in a world where fear tries to grip us, lies try to define us, and weapons—both spiritual and emotional—are formed against us. But today, I bring you good news: You are not powerless. You are not without defense. You are not forgotten. You are victorious through Jesus Christ.
1. Authority Given, Not Earned – Luke 10:19
Jesus said in Luke 10:19,
“Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”
Notice Jesus says, “I give you the authority.” This isn’t something you earn. It’s a gift. It’s part of your spiritual birthright. When you walk in Christ, you don’t walk alone. You carry the authority of Heaven with you. You don’t need to be intimidated by the enemy—because your authority doesn’t come from your strength; it comes from His.
2. Weapons May Form, But They Will Not Prosper – Isaiah 54:17
But you say, “I still face battles.” Yes, you do. But listen to what God says in Isaiah 54:17:
“No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn…”
God didn’t say weapons wouldn’t form—He said they won’t succeed. He didn’t say people wouldn’t talk—He said their judgments won’t stand. Why? Because you are His. You are covered. You are protected. This is the inheritance of the saints. This is your legal right as a child of God.
3. Freedom is Found in Truth – John 8:32, 36
And finally, what good is authority or protection if your heart is still in chains? Jesus said in John 8:32,
“You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”
Then in verse 36,
“If the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.”
Truth isn’t just knowledge—it’s a person. Truth is Jesus. And when He sets you free, He doesn’t do a half job. He doesn’t just free you from the chains you can see—He frees you from the hidden ones too. Shame, fear, addiction, guilt, condemnation—they all fall away in the presence of the Son.
Conclusion:
So today, I want you to walk out of this moment knowing three things:
- You have authority — use it.
- You have protection — believe it.
- You have freedom — live it.
Because if the Son sets you free, you are free indeed.
Amen.
🔥 Teen Sermon: “You’ve Got Power. Now Use It.”
Hey fam, let’s talk real for a second.
Life throws stuff at you. People talk behind your back. You get hit with anxiety, stress, fake friends, messed-up thoughts, and questions like:
“Am I even enough?”
“Does God really care?”
“Why do I feel so trapped?”
But today, I want to tell you something powerful:
God sees you. He’s equipped you. And you’re not powerless.
1. You’ve Got the Power – Luke 10:19
Jesus says in Luke 10:19:
“Look, I’ve given you authority to crush snakes and scorpions, and to defeat the power of your enemy. Nothing will hurt you.”
That’s not just poetic. That’s Jesus saying, “I’ve got your back. I’ve put spiritual power in your hands.”
Snakes and scorpions? That’s a metaphor for all the dark, twisted stuff that tries to mess with your mind and your life. Fear? Depression? Peer pressure? Yeah—those too.
God’s not calling you to be afraid. He’s calling you to stand tall. You’re not weak—you’ve got divine power through Christ. So stop shrinking back. You’re stronger than you think, because He’s in you.
2. They Might Come for You… But They Won’t Win – Isaiah 54:17
Isaiah 54:17 says:
“No weapon formed against you will succeed. And every lie spoken about you? It won’t stand.”
It doesn’t say weapons won’t form. Oh, they will. But they won’t work.
People might hate. Words might sting. But God says: “Don’t trip. I’ve already handled it.”
When you belong to God, what comes against you doesn’t have the final say. God does.
3. Freedom Ain’t Fake – John 8:32, 36
You want to be free, right? Like really free?
Not fake-it-till-you-make-it. Not smiling on the outside but broken on the inside.
Jesus said in John 8:32:
“You’ll know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
And John 8:36 says:
“If the Son sets you free, you’re free for real.”
Jesus doesn’t set you halfway free. He doesn’t break some chains and leave others. When He moves in your life, freedom shows up in your mind, your identity, your peace. You stop living to impress, and start living in purpose.
🎯 Final Word:
So here’s the bottom line:
- You’ve got power – Don’t act powerless.
- You’ve got protection – Don’t live in fear.
- You’ve got freedom – Don’t settle for fake.
When you walk with Jesus, you don’t walk alone. And when He sets you free?
You. Are. Free. Indeed.
🙌 Daily Affirmation: “I Walk in Power, Protection, and Freedom”
Today, I rise with power.
Jesus gave me authority — I’m not weak, I’m equipped.
I stand strong, even when life feels heavy.
No weapon formed against me will win.
Lies won’t define me.
Fear won’t stop me.
I am protected, covered, and called.
I live in truth, not in chains.
Jesus set me free — and I am free for real.
I don’t have to fake it. I’m walking in purpose.
I am bold. I am loved. I am unstoppable.
In Jesus’ name — Amen.
🌟 “I Am Brave, I Am Free!”
(A Rhyming Story Inspired by God’s Promises)
One bright morning, the sun peeked through,
And Little Sam laced up his shoe.
He looked in the mirror and gave a big grin,
“I have God’s power deep within!”
He marched outside with a lion’s roar,
Not scared of bugs or creaky floor.
“Jesus gave me strength,” said he,
“To crush what’s wrong and walk so free!”
“When troubles come, I will not hide,
God walks with me right by my side.
And if someone says something mean or not true,
God says, ‘That lie can’t stick to you!’”
“No weapon or worry, no fuss or fear,
Can stop the love that holds me near.
When people are angry, or when they shout,
God helps me forgive and not lash out.”
Then Sam sat down beneath a tree,
And whispered softly, “I am free.
Not just a little — I’m free for real,
Because Jesus came and broke the seal.”
So every day, with head held high,
Sam sings to birds and talks to the sky:
“God made me strong, brave, and true —
And His forever love shines through!”
THE END
🕊️ Inspired by Luke 10:19, Isaiah 54:17, and John 8:32 & 36
🌈 Children’s Daily Affirmation: “I Am Strong in Jesus!”
✨
I am strong because God loves me,
He gave me power to walk boldly!
No fear, no lies will bother me,
Because in Jesus, I am free!
🛡
No weapon formed can win today,
God’s with me every step and way.
If someone’s mean or tells a lie,
I lift my head and look to the sky.
💖
Jesus loves me — that’s the truth,
It’s strong for grown-ups and for youth!
I am brave, I am blessed, I am full of cheer,
Because my Savior is always near!
🙌
I am free, I am strong, I belong to God’s team,
And every day with Him is a big, bright dream!
In Jesus’ name — Amen!
🔥 Teen Rhyming Affirmation: “Power. Protection. Freedom.”
🎤
I’m walking in power, I’m walking in light,
I’m covered in truth and ready to fight.
Not with my fists, but with God’s Word,
Every promise I’ve read, every truth I’ve heard.
🛡
No weapon that’s formed is gonna succeed,
God’s got my back — I’ve got all I need.
People might talk, hate might rise,
But I’ve got my focus set on the skies.
🚫
I don’t fear snakes, I don’t fear lies,
I crush every doubt — I’m bold and wise.
Jesus gave me the keys, I’m no one’s slave,
He broke every chain, walked out of the grave!
🔓
I’m not stuck in the past, I’m not bound by shame,
The Son set me free — I’ll never be the same.
This freedom is real, not just in my head,
I walk in the truth of the words Jesus said.
🙌
So today I rise, confident and clean,
Chosen, forgiven, and fully seen.
I speak life, walk tall, I’m part of God’s plan —
A world changer, a warrior — yes, I can!
In Jesus’ name — Amen.
🌟 Teen Daily Affirmation: “I Am Empowered, Protected, and Free”
Today, I walk in the power God gave me.
I am not weak or forgotten — I carry spiritual authority.
God has given me strength to overcome fear, temptation, and doubt.
No weapon formed against me will succeed.
The words or opinions of others don’t define me.
God defends me, and I am secure in Him.
I know the truth — and the truth sets me free.
Jesus has broken every chain that tried to hold me back.
I don’t live in shame, fear, or confusion.
I live in freedom, peace, and purpose.
I am chosen. I am equipped. I am loved.
I face today with confidence, because I know who I am in Christ.
In Jesus’ name — Amen.
🙏 Prayer for Family: Power, Protection & Freedom
Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of family — those You’ve entrusted to my care and my heart. Today, I lift each of them before You — every child, parent, sibling, grandchild, and loved one.
Lord, You have given me authority through Christ (Luke 10:19). In His name, I declare Your protection and power over my family. Cover them from harm — physical, emotional, spiritual. I plead the blood of Jesus over their lives. No weapon formed against them shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). No scheme of the enemy, no sickness, no fear, no accusation will stand.
I ask for truth to rise up in their hearts — Your truth, God. Let every lie the world has told them be broken by the power of Your Word. Set them free, Lord, completely and deeply (John 8:32, 36). Free them from fear, from past wounds, from confusion, from anything that is not of You.
Guide their steps. Protect their minds. Fill their homes with peace. May our family be rooted in You — bold in love, strong in faith, and united in purpose.
Thank You that I don’t have to carry this burden alone. You love them even more than I do. I trust You with their lives, today and every day.
In Jesus’ powerful name,
Amen.
Thurzo Gizella Bible Study 
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