Day 30 Reflection: Greater is He That is in Me
Theme Scripture: 1 John 4:4
“Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.”
As we journey through this 40-day fasting and prayer program, we are reminded today of a profound truth: God’s power within us is greater than any force in the world. The challenges we face—temptations, trials, demonic attacks, or worldly pressures—are no match for the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit. The victory is already assured because of who resides in us.
1. Understanding Who is in Us
The apostle John assures us that we belong to God and have already overcome the world because He (God) who is in us is greater than the enemy in the world. But who exactly is in us?
- The Holy Spirit – Jesus promised the Holy Spirit as our Helper (John 14:16-17). He dwells in us, guiding, teaching, and strengthening us.
- Jesus Christ – Christ lives in us through faith (Galatians 2:20), shaping our lives and empowering us to live righteously.
- The Father – We are God’s temple, and His presence is within us (1 Corinthians 3:16).
Application: We are not alone in the battles of life. The God of all power, wisdom, and victory lives in us!
2. The Inferior Power of the World
The world is full of opposition—satanic forces, worldly ideologies, temptations, and spiritual battles. However, these are inferior to the power of God within us.
- Satan is a defeated foe (Colossians 2:15) – Jesus disarmed him at the cross.
- The world’s system cannot overpower us (Romans 8:31) – If God is for us, who can be against us?
- False doctrines and deception cannot control us (2 Corinthians 10:4-5) – We have divine weapons to demolish every stronghold.
Application: Stop fearing the world’s influence; whether demonic forces, societal pressures, or life’s storms. You have superior authority through Christ.
3. Living in the Victory of the Greater One
Since God dwells in us, we must live with confidence, boldness, and faith. How can we apply this truth daily?
Walk in Faith – Refuse to live in fear or doubt; trust in God’s promises (2 Timothy 1:7).
Speak with Authority – Declare God’s word over every situation (Luke 10:19).
Live in Holiness – The presence of God in us demands a life that reflects His righteousness (1 Corinthians 6:19-20).
Resist the Devil – James 4:7 teaches us to submit to God and resist the enemy, knowing that we have already overcome.
Conclusion
You are an overcomer not because of your strength, but because of Who lives in you. Walk daily in this victory, knowing that the Greater One resides in you, and no force of darkness can prevail against you.
Declaration: I am of God! Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world. I walk in victory, power, and boldness. No weapon formed against me shall prosper!
Supporting Scriptures for Further Meditation
Romans 8:37 – In all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.
Isaiah 54:17 – No weapon formed against you shall prosper.
Ephesians 6:10 – Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.
2 Corinthians 3:17 – Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.
Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Prayer:
- Father, I thank You for the assurance that Your power in me is greater than any power that is in the world in Jesus’ name.
- Lord Jesus, please forgive and pardon all our sins as individuals and as a church that have separated us from You. Cleanse us with Your blood in Jesus’ name. (Isaiah 59:1-2).
- Father, through Your Spirit that is in us, let the fruit of the Spirit begin to manifest in our lives forever today – peace, joy, gentleness, forgiveness, goodness, faith and meekness in Jesus’ name. (Galatians 5:22-23).
- I, my family and church will do exploits knowing Your Spirit is alive in us to empower and equip us therefore we declare our lives, careers, ministries, health, marriages will enter a new level of prosperity in Jesus’ name.
- Father, use me, my family and Your church (Christ Apostolic Church, Nigeria and overseas) to accomplish things no one has ever achieved in Jesus’ name.
- Father, I declare over my life and family, the greater One living inside us shall take us into the realm of boundless possibilities therefore my destiny, my marriage, my family, my ministry and church, arise and shine for the glory of God is upon you in Jesus’ name. (Isaiah 60:1).
- Lord Jesus, we surrender our fears, doubts and worries about our health, finances, family, marriages into Your hands, knowing that You are our refuge and strength in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 46:1).
- Father, we declare that we are more than conquerors through Christ who strengthens us. We refuse to be overcome by life situations for greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world in Jesus’ name. (Romans 8:37).
- Father, through Your power that is in us, we receive supernatural peace and comfort to fill our hearts and minds, knowing that You are God of all comfort who comforts us in all our afflictions in Jesus’ name. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
- Father, let Your Spirit in us, help us to fight our battles daily with spiritual weapons, with righteousness and faith, with the sword of the Spirit and not ceasing to pray in Jesus’ name. (Ephesians 6:12-18).
- Father, help us to trust in Your power and rely on Your grace to guide us through every challenge we are facing over (mention them) in Jesus’ name.
- Father, give us the strength and courage to face each day with confidence, knowing that You are with us every step of the way leading, guiding and directing us to the path of victory and success in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 119:105).
- We carry the power of God Almighty in us, therefore, we are like mount Zion that cannot be moved but abides forever. The rod of sickness, failure, barrenness, lukewarmness and prayer-less lifestyle will not rest upon us or Your church in Jesus’ name. (Psalm 125:1-3).
- Lord, we thank You for reminding us that You are a mighty and powerful army in the unseen, surrounding us and our households with Your invisible protection in our hour of need in Jesus’ name.
- Thank You mighty Father, for the victory of today and for all the testimonies that will follow in Jesus’ name.
