Jesus made a covenant with our Heavenly Father—His Father and ours, because we are joint heirs with Him (Romans 8:17). He agreed to come to Earth and be the Lamb who was slain once for all—past, present, and future (Hebrews 10:10). As we recently celebrated Resurrection Sunday, we remember that Jesus followed through. He fulfilled what He promised.
God sees us from birth to death—not day by day, but in totality. He’s not bound by time as we are. He is the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End (Revelation 22:13). He treats us according to the entirety of our journey, not just our present moment. That’s why, for example, when Gideon was called by God, he was addressed as a “mighty man of valor” (Judges 6:12)—not because of what he had done, but because of what he would do. God sees what’s placed inside of us and calls it forth.
Think about that. When people call you something that is not your true name—something that does not reflect your identity in Christ—you open the door to be shaped by that word. In our faith, we call this a word curse (Proverbs 18:21). If someone labels you with negativity or limitation, it can open a spiritual door.
Demonic forces—unclean spirits—can exploit those words.
Scripture tells of the Nephilim and giants who were destroyed in the flood (Genesis 6:1–4, 7:21–23). These hybrid beings, created through unholy unions, were wiped out in the flesh, but their spirits—because they were not fully human and therefore not redeemable—remained on Earth as demons. That’s why Jesus came: to redeem those who are redeemable (John 3:16–17). The demonic spirits that roam today know their fate and hate those made in God’s image (Genesis 3:15).
Consider Peter at the Last Supper. When Jesus explained His coming suffering and death, Peter said, “Far be it from You, Lord; this shall not happen to You!” (Matthew 16:22). Jesus responded, “Get behind Me, Satan!” (Matthew 16:23). In that moment, Peter was unknowingly influenced by a demonic spirit trying to derail Jesus’ mission. This shows how quickly spirits can move in and out of people, even believers.
At that same table, before Jesus gave the bread and wine, He warned that if you have an issue with your brother, it’s better to reconcile first before taking communion (Matthew 5:23–24; 1 Corinthians 11:27–29). Then, He handed the bread to Judas and told him to do what he had planned (John 13:26–27). Judas ate and, with that act, sealed his betrayal and welcomed the devil’s influence.
These moments show us how spiritual dynamics operate in everyday life. Jesus came to break these chains—to keep His covenant and redeem us. Before creation, God saw our fall and knew Jesus would come to fix it. That’s why Jesus was called the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world (Revelation 13:8). He is our Redeemer and Way Maker.
Jesus said, “And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all peoples to Myself” (John 12:32). His blood saves, but we must accept it. Salvation is a choice.
Genesis was revealed to Moses during his time on the mountain with God (Exodus 24:18, 34:28). Though Moses wasn’t there at the beginning, the Spirit revealed it to him. Jesus was present at creation. He said, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven” (Luke 10:18), proving His eternal authority. Even before His earthly mission, He was Savior.
As Covenant Keeper, Jesus is our example. Let your actions be honorable and true (Philippians 4:8). If something within you causes sin, deal with it—cut it off metaphorically—so it doesn’t lead you astray (Matthew 5:29–30).
Pray the Lord’s Prayer daily (Matthew 6:9–13) and choose Jesus with your free will.
“This, then, is how you should pray:
“‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’”
He stands at the door of your heart, waiting for you to invite Him in (Revelation 3:20). You don’t have to know much. Just say, “Jesus, help me.” That’s all it takes to start.
He brings peace, joy, and hope—hope to move forward, to endure, to dream again. Regardless of geography or circumstance, all who believe in Jesus are on the same journey.
So praise Him! Thank Him for the cross—not just on Resurrection Sunday, but every day.
Say:
Thank You for saving us.
Thank You for making a way.
Thank You for rescuing me from my choices.
Help me live a life pleasing to You.
Let my life reflect You, Covenant Keeper.
Amen, Amen, Amen!