Jesus has given believers authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, promising that nothing shall hurt them. However, Satan is a real and active force, seeking to destroy Christian faith and cause division. To engage against the demonic, one must focus on the gospel, putting faith in God's promises and covering oneself with the truth of the word. By letting Jesus be large in one's life, Satan cannot possess where Jesus is present. [... more]