Exorcisms performed by the Spirit of God are a sign that the kingdom of God has come. Using the imagery of the plundering of a strong man’s house, Jesus indicates that he is against Beelzebul and not in cooperation with him. Casting out of demons is not possible unless Beelzebul is bound. What is the blasphemy that will not be forgiven? The blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. The blasphemy that attributes God’s work to Satan. This blasphemy results from a heart that is unable to distinguish God’s work from Satan’s work and is unwilling to give glory to God for what only God can do. It is a heart that is darkened and unwilling to allow God’s light to come in. It is important to note that the blasphemy against the Spirit is not a one time deal of attributing something to Satan that God did, but a lifestyle that refuses to admit God’s work and give him glory.
God wants us to see and live reality. Satan is an expert in deception. If Satan can deceive us to think that what God does is not really his work, then he has a stronghold upon us. To follow Jesus is to perceive his hand at work in the world by the Spirit and to give him glory for his works.
Father, help me see and live in your reality. Deliver me from the evil of blaspheming against your Holy Spirit.
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