The Old Rugged Cross: Part Three (Colossians 2:15)

What does the Cross mean to the forces of darkness?

I. When Christ died on the Cross, Satan’s head was crushed. (Genesis 3:15)

II. At the Cross, Jesus destroyed the works of the devil. (1 John 3:8)

III. At the Cross, the power of death was broken forever! (Hebrews 2:14-15)

IV. At the Cross, the powers of darkness were disarmed. (Colossians 2:15)

V. As a result of the Cross, Satan’s doom is now guaranteed. (John 12:31)

Our Response:
1. Put on the whole armor of God and stand victorious. (Ephesians 6:11-17)
2. “Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7)
3. Pray “always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit.” (Ephesians 6:18)
4. Stand fast in the Truth! (John 8:44-45)

Application:
What does the cross mean to you?
Share this with someone this week!