Revelation 12:10
And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.
REVELATION 12:10
A loud heavenly proclamation announces the moment of salvation’s full inclusion: the kingdom of God brings power and authority through Christ. The accuser—the adversary who daily accuses believers before God—has been cast down. This marks a transition from accusation to vindication and empowerment for the people of God. The accuser’s defeat does not erase the reality of spiritual warfare but redefines the posture: believers now can stand firm in Christ’s finished work, no longer under condemnation, because Christ’s blood and witness defeat accusation.
This verse grounds the believer’s confidence in the victory of Christ’s atoning work and the ongoing sovereignty of God’s kingdom. It foregrounds the gospel’s courtroom imagery—forgiveness, vindication, and the power of Christ’s blood and testimony as the basis for salvation and faith. It reframes persecution as a crucible for faith that bears witness to God’s redemptive acts.
- Live confidently in Christ’s victory, even when facing accusations or slander.
- Lean on the blood of the Lamb and your confession of faith when confronted by blame.
- Use your testimony as a brave witness to God’s grace and truth.
- Encourage others to stand firm in their identity as God’s children.
Cross-References: Romans 8:33-39; Hebrews 4:14-16; 1 John 5:4-5; Revelation 7:14