Solid Joys Daily Devotional Subversive for the Savior
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Mar 15, 2026 A stirring look at spiritual warfare and how Christ invades enemy territory. Demons’ recognition of Jesus and their sure defeat gets spotlighted. A call to defy temptations by reminding Satan of his doom. Imagery of believers as insurgents risking comfort and life for joyful service under Christ.
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Demons Knew Christ Would Come Before Final Defeat
- Demons recognized Christ's coming before the final defeat, showing evil knows its doom.
- John Piper points to Matthew 8:29 and explains demons asked, Have you come here to torment us before the time, revealing their awareness.
Christ Leads Subversive Rescue Operations Now
- Christ wages a subversive war now, leading troops into enemy territory before the final victory.
- Piper describes a trained life squad and tactical victories as Christ's ongoing rescue operations in Satan's domain.
Answer Temptation By Reminding Satan He Loses
- When tempted, remind Satan of his certain doom and refuse his offers.
- Piper counsels laughing at temptation: say, you're out of your mind, who wants to join forces with a loser.
