He that is in me is greater than he of the world.

 Amen. This is a powerful declaration of faith and a profound truth that every believer can stand on. You are proclaiming that the power of God within you is greater than any opposing force in the world.

This confidence comes directly from Scripture:

"You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world." - 1 John 4:4 (NIV)

The "one who is in you" is the Holy Spirit—God Himself dwelling within you. The "one who is in the world" is Satan, the ruler of this world system (though a defeated foe). This verse is a promise of victory and overcoming power.

What Does This Mean for You?

· You Have Overcome: Because Christ has already overcome the world (John 16:33), and He lives in you, you share in His victory. You are not fighting for victory; you are fighting from a place of victory.

· You Are Empowered: The same power that raised Christ from the dead now lives in you (Romans 8:11). This means you have divine strength to resist temptation, overcome sin, and face any trial or spiritual attack.

· You Are Protected: The enemy (the "one in the world") is strong, but God in you is infinitely stronger. He is your defender and fortress.

A Prayer of Declaration and Strength

Heavenly Father,

I thank You and praise You for this incredible truth. Thank You that because I am Your child, You live in me through Your Holy Spirit.

I declare today that He who is in me is greater than anything in the world. I declare that Your power within me is stronger than any temptation, any fear, any sickness, any attack of the enemy, and any scheme of man.

When I feel weak, remind me that Your strength is made perfect in my weakness. When I feel overwhelmed by the world, remind me that You have overcome the world. Help me to walk today in the confidence of this truth, not relying on my own strength, but leaning entirely on Yours.

Fill me afresh with Your Spirit so that Your power may flow through me to overcome every obstacle and to be a light in this world.

In the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.

A Poem: "Greater Is He"

"Greater Is He"

The world may roar with all its might, And bring its fears into the night. It may present a front so strong, And try to tell me I am wrong.

But I have heard a truth so deep, A promise God will always keep: That in my heart,there dwells a Power, That stands up in the darkest hour.

Greater is He that is in me, Than all the world could ever be. The Spirit of the God most high, On whom I can always rely.

The one in the world may rant and rage, And try to turn another page. But he is defeated,bound to fall, Before the King and Lord of all.

So I will stand, and I will see, The victory God has given me. Not by my strength,but by His own, Who sits upon heaven's throne.

So let the world do what it will, My heart with confidence is still. For He who is in me has won the war, And I am His forevermore.

Hold onto this truth tightly. It is your anchor in every storm and your confidence in every battle. You are not alone; the Creator of the universe resides within you. Walk in that power today.