That Darkness Cannot Settle

Daily Scripture Threshing for Today, Saturday, November 1, 2025

Today's Text: Mark 1:21-28

Key Verse: Mark 1:25 (KJV): "And Jesus rebuked him, saying, Hold thy peace, and come out of him."

Jesus’ encounter in a Synagogue at Capernaum with a man possessed by an unclean spirit speaks profoundly to His authority over darkness. The unclean spirit recognized who He is immediately, and made a declaration that reveals the undeniable authority and holiness of Christ. Demons cannot deny or withstand where Jesus’ presence is. It (darkness) must flee; it cannot settle. Christ's command with a word alone caused that spirit to convulse and come out, leaving the man free. This authority and power over darkness is available to each believer in Christ. Through us, God's kingdom penetrates all worldly realms to destroy every work of evil.

As a believer, you share in this incredible authority over darkness through His word, name and Spirit. Our take home from this is that spiritual bondage has no place before the holiness and authority of Jesus. Darkness may shout in defiance but must ultimately bow at His command. We are called to walk in this holiness and authority by faith, knowing that the same power that expelled demons is available to us in Christ. As we begin this new month, we are invited into a season of warfare to resist darkness boldly and to proclaim Christ’s victory, and stand firm in the freedom He purchased. As long as Jesus reigns in your heart, His’ presence will always expose and expel all darkness.

So, are you faced with spiritual opposition, as a believer in Christ, that darkness cannot settle when Jesus reigns in you. Your faith in His name and obedience to His word automatically activates this authority. Today's challenge often is the inability to recognize Jesus more than able today to confront the darkest places in our lives and communities as it were in those days. We are like the audience in the synagogue, who stand amazed not just by the power but by the legitimacy of Christ’s authority—because it is unlike any human power. Indeed, if and when this authority is operational in us, it brings freedom, healing, and the expansion of God’s Kingdom on earth ,

Action Steps: Identify any darkness in your life—fear, oppression, or spiritual struggles—and affirm your authority in the name of Jesus. Speak out with boldness against the lies and attacks of the enemy, commanding them to leave in Jesus’ name. Cultivate deeper relationship with Christ so as to walk confidently in the power and authority He imparts. Partner with other believers in your faith community to support one another in standing firm against spiritual battles. Reflect on Jesus’ holiness and authority and pray for renewed courage to let no darkness settle in your heart or life.

Quote for the Day: “No better anthem of triumph except the name of Jesus Christ. It scatters darkness, and gives assurance that wherever He dwells, no shadow remains.” (Simon Olatunji #quotablequote)

Let Us Pray: Dear Heavenly Father, the most Holy One, I come before You recognizing Your supreme authority over all darkness and evil. Thank You for Your power to cast out unclean spirits with just a word. Please, help me to walk in the authority You have given me to resist the enemy’s attacks. Strengthen my faith to stand firm where darkness tries to settle, and fill me with Your Spirit that I may live in freedom and power. Let no shadow remain in my life or heart, for You are the light that dispels all darkness. I surrender fully to Your lordship, trusting Your victory in every area—in Jesus's mighty name. Amen.

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Thank you for journeying deeper into God’s Word today. For further reflection on divine authority and victory over darkness, read: Luke 10:19, 1 John 4:4, Ephesians 6:10-18.

With all my love and prayers,

Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.

Your Darling Bishop (DaBishop)

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