Jesus and His Power in Ministry

Mark 3:22-27
22 But the teachers of religious law who had arrived from Jerusalem said, “He’s possessed by Satan, the prince of demons. That’s where he gets the power to cast out demons.”
23 Jesus called them over and responded with an illustration. “How can Satan cast out Satan?” he asked. 24 “A kingdom divided by civil war will collapse. 25 Similarly, a family splintered by feuding will fall apart. 26 And if Satan is divided and fights against himself, how can he stand? He would never survive. 27 Let me illustrate this further. Who is powerful enough to enter the house of a strong man and plunder his goods? Only someone even stronger—someone who could tie him up and then plunder his house.

Our material CIRCUMSTANCES give evidence to the spiritual CONFLICT between God and Satan.  

Evidence of Spiritual Conflict
Spiritual conflict through chaotic circumstances (4:35-41)
Spiritual conflict through personal demonic assault (5:1-20)
Spiritual conflict through sickness and death (5:21-43)
Spiritual conflict through unbelief (6:1-6)

Preparing for Spiritual Conflict
Acknowledge the spiritual conflict behind the chaotic circumstances. (4:35-41)
Don’t play with spiritual realities disguised as trivial recreation. (5:1-20)
Cultivate a strong confidence in the “Stronger Man.” (3:27; 5:21-43)
Elevate the name of Jesus and enthrone Him over your life daily. (3:6,22; 6:1-6)