Therefore, since the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise also partook of the same, that through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, and might free those who through fear of death were subject to slavery all their lives. – Hebrews 2:14-15

Today, we learn two things.

1 – Who had the power of death.

2 – How that power manifested itself.

Our text clearly states that the devil had (yes – past tense) the power.

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy;” – John 10:10

Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. – 1 Peter 5:8

But notice this bit about his power.

His power over us comes only from the fear he’s able to inflict upon us. Your fear of death enslaves you to it, and to him. His only power over you is given when you hand it over willingly to him through fear.

Jesus’ love for us and active pursuit of victory over death breaks this power of fear the devil holds over us.

We look at Jesus’ resurrection and His promise to work the same in us, and BAM the chains of fear fall off and we’re free. Satan’s power is broken when Christ, through His victory over death drives out the fear.

Hallelujah–we’re free.

Thanks for stopping by.

Have a great day.

Ben