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“Victory in Jesus, my Savior forever”

For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?
– 1 John 5:4-5

This is such a powerful verse. It’s a reminder that faith isn’t just belief, it’s the very victory that allows us to rise above the weight of the world. To “overcome” here isn’t about escaping challenges but about standing firm in the truth that Jesus is the Son of God.

Born of God, we rise above, not by might, but through His love. Faith the banner, lifted high, Jesus reigns, our victory nigh. Reminder: So, victory in Jesus, my Savior, forever, He sought me and bought me with love that won’t sever. Through trials and sorrow, through joy and through pain, His blood is my banner, His grace is my gain. No power can shake me, no darkness dismay, For Jesus, my Savior, has shown me the way. The world may roar, but I stand and I sing, In Jesus, forever, I’ve victory’s wing. The line “Victory in Jesus, my Savior forever” comes from the beloved hymn “Victory in Jesus”, written by Eugene Monroe Bartlett Sr. in 1939.
Bartlett was a Southern gospel songwriter and publisher who deeply influenced Christian music in the early 20th century. This hymn was one of his final compositions, written after he suffered a stroke that left him partially paralyzed. Despite his physical limitations, he penned this powerful testimony of faith and triumph in Christ—a legacy that continues to inspire generations.

I love how John ties victory directly to faith, it’s not our strength, our works, or our striving, but our trust in Jesus Christ that conquers. It’s a verse that turns the whole idea of “winning” upside down: victory isn’t about domination, but about surrender to God’s love. Have a nice day! 🙂

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