Tread On Serpents

Time and time again I'd heard this phrase, but never really stopped to consider its meaning.  If I could only share a tangible depiction of this power …

The Lord has granted an extension of His power to all of the extremities!

In the opening passages of Luke Chapter 10, we find the Lord speaking on the harvest and the need for laborers just before he gives instruction to go … 

He says (and I paraphrase),  "What we have in store is abundant!  We need people to do the work."  Only to follow immediately with a comment about the dangers of such and being lambs among wolves!?

How many people are apprehensive because of the danger and uncertainty that comes with your assignment?  Don't turn back, keep reading because the HARVEST IS GREAT!

Luke 10:19 

"Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you."

Serpents and scorpions are noted for their bite/sting and the pain that is associated with it; even more so are the dangers implicated by being unaware of these creatures.  YOU now have authority over the serpent and the pain! The caution that you once had to take in watching where you stepped is overcome.  Fear can no longer influence you.  Intimidation is powerless.  Go BOLDLY because of the power that He's granted.  

If that wash't proof enough for you, He added that YOUR power is over all that of the enemy.  NOTHING can hurt you.  NOTHING can hinder you.  NOTHING should stop you.

Anytime you are called to something, worry not on the perils of the assignment.  For whom He calls, He also equips.  Now that you have a better understanding of your power, don't look back … just GO!  It matters not what lies ahead.