Anyone who is not with me is against me, and anyone who does not gather with me scatters.
Luke 11:23
We tend to overlook statements like this. But, if you will really look at what Jesus is saying here, you will understand something important. Though the powers of darkness have an influence in this world, Jesus has the full authority and power to frustrate their purposes.
Right now, the Holy Spirit of God, and the church that He empowers, stands in the way of the devil at every turn. The program and purpose of evil is held at bay. This will change when the church is taken out of the world. But, then the power of God against evil will be manifested in a very different, and obvious, way.
Heavenly Father, thank You for the power of Christ! It is a comfort to us to know You and to trust in You. You are worthy of all honor and glory. Jesus has all power in heaven and earth. In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.